Tariq Fazal Chaudhry explains reasons behind proposed Governor’s Rule and emergency in KP

Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry has defended the reported decision to impose governor’s rule and an emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa blaming the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for what he described as a lack of cooperation in tackling terrorism.

Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry has defended the reported decision to impose governor’s rule and an emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa blaming the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for what he described as a lack of cooperation in tackling terrorism.

Speaking to reporters in Islamabad, Chaudhry said the federal government had sought cooperation from the provincial leadership to combat terrorism but claimed that political activities had taken precedence over security concerns.

He maintained that the measures were considered necessary because of the alleged lack of cooperation and the need to restore peace in the province. According to the minister the emergency would remain in place until its intended objectives were achieved.

Chaudhry also invited the opposition to include government representatives in its proposed All Parties Conference (APC). He said the government was prepared to present detailed information about terrorism and the sacrifices made by security personnel and other victims.

The minister added that opposition parties could challenge the imposition of an emergency and governor’s rule in court. He also stated that parliamentary approval would be required to validate the emergency.

Addressing security arrangements Chaudhry said special measures had been introduced in 12 districts. He added that areas affected by terrorism would be cleared before being handed over to the civilian administration.

He insisted that the decision was not taken suddenly and described the restoration of lasting peace as the government’s primary objective. He further stated that the government remained open to negotiations despite the ongoing political disagreements.

According to Chaudhry, the opposition leader had been invited to talks several times. He clarified that the government had not asked the opposition to postpone its proposed long march but had requested cooperation against terrorism.

The minister also claimed that the public had welcomed the measures and that no protests had taken place against them. He criticized the provincial government’s performance alleging that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had experienced insufficient development over the past 14 years.

The government’s position has placed renewed attention on security federal-provincial relations and the legal process surrounding emergency measures. The opposition’s response and any potential court challenges are likely to shape the next phase of the political debate.

Chaudhry reiterated that negotiations remained possible and that the government’s stated goal was to establish lasting peace in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.