ISLAMABAD: Federal interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has clarified that the Frontier Corps (FC) will continue recruiting personnel from tribal areas, dismissing rumors about the abolition of quotas for tribal candidates.
During a media briefing, Naqvi emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the tribal regions. He stated that FC recruitment would proceed as planned, with priority given to local tribal youth. However, he clarified that no new large-scale recruitment would take place under the “36th nation” initiative.
Naqvi denied claims that retired or serving military officers were influencing FC recruitment policies. “There is no truth to the rumors about ending the tribal quota,” he said. “The FC remains a vital force for regional security, and we will ensure fair opportunities for tribal candidates.”
The minister also announced plans to establish an anti-riot force within the FC to handle law enforcement duties. Additionally, he addressed the ongoing deportation of illegal Afghan nationals, stating that over 200,000 had already been sent back. “We are not against Afghans—they are our brothers—but action will continue against those without legal documents,” he said.
Naqvi revealed that authorities had arrested nine major gangs involved in online fraud, vowing strict legal action against offenders.
The minister’s statements aim to reassure tribal communities about their continued role in the FC while reinforcing security measures in the region.
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