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Sindh Home Minister Apologizes to PTI Lawmaker, Orders Inquiry Into Opposition Detentions

His pledge followed days of assembly protests over brief MPO arrests of JI and PTI figures.

Overview

  • Ziaul Hassan Lanjar apologized on the assembly floor to PTI MPA Wajid Hussain Khan for police excesses during the February 8 protest.
  • The minister said an inquiry is under way into the arrest of JI MPA Muhammad Farooq and promised accountability after due process.
  • He argued for protecting the right to protest while enforcing court directives against blocking roads such as Shahrah-e-Faisal.
  • Opposition members pressed for clarity on who authorized police action and removals outside the Election Commission office.
  • Legislative business continued, with audit reports referred to the PAC and multiple opposition resolutions rejected as the House adjourned until Friday, and JI has vowed a February 14 sit-in outside the assembly.