Naseer Shahwani
QUETTA: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Member of the Balochistan Assembly Haji Mir Zabid Ali Reki has called for an immediate investigation into alleged unlawful collections from vehicles in Basima, Washuk district, and urged authorities to take action against anyone found involved.
In a statement, Reki alleged that Farooq Marri, Murtaza Sasoli and Matiullah Soor were collecting money from vehicles at different points in Basima, including Kanu, Laddi, roadside hotels and other locations.
According to the lawmaker, the alleged practice was affecting both local transporters and vehicles entering the area from other districts, creating difficulties for motorists and ordinary citizens.
Reki further claimed that around Rs200 million was being collected each month through the alleged activity. The claim, including the amount cited, could not be independently verified.
The JUI-F legislator appealed to Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, Corps Commander Balochistan and Inspector General of Frontier Corps (FC) South to take notice of the complaints and order a transparent inquiry into the matter.
He said any person found responsible for unlawful collections should face proceedings under the law, stressing that transporters and members of the public must be protected from harassment and unauthorized financial demands.
Reki maintained that safeguarding public property, ensuring law and order and allowing the safe movement of vehicles were among the core responsibilities of the authorities concerned.
He called for effective action to address complaints of illegal collections and rebuild public confidence in law enforcement institutions.
The lawmaker also announced that he would raise the issue in the forthcoming session of the Balochistan Assembly and continue pursuing measures aimed at protecting citizens’ rights.
The allegations against the individuals named by Reki had not been independently established, while their responses to the claims were not available at the time of reporting.
