\u2022 House passes joint resolution, terms incident \u2018horrifying example\u2019 of misuse of concept of \u2018honour\u2019
\n\u2022 Brother of slain woman still not in custody, BHC told<\/p>\n
QUETTA: The Balochistan As\u00ad\u00adsembly unanimously adopted a joint resolution moved by Women Parliamentary Caucus, conde\u00adm\u00adning the barbaric killing of a couple in the Dagari coal mines area of Quetta district, reportedly in the name of so-called honour.<\/p>\n
Deputy Speaker Ghazala Gola, who belongs to the PPP, presented the resolution in the house on behalf of the Women Parlia\u00admentary Caucus and several ministers.<\/p>\n
The house, presided over by Speaker Abdul Khaliq Khan Achakzai, condemned the killing and termed the incident a horrifying example of the continued misuse of the concept of honour to justify the killing of innocent people, especially women. \u201cSuch acts are not only condemnable and shameful but also an assault on the peace and stability of society as a whole,\u201d the resolution said.<\/p>\n
The resolution emphasised that honour killings had no connection to the Baloch cultural values, provincial or national traditions, or any religious and moral principles, calling this practice entirely inhumane.<\/p>\n
Speaking on the resolution, the members expressed concern over the recurring nature of such crimes. \u201cNo individual or group has the right to act as judge, jury, and executioner,\u201d the resolution declared. \u201cJustice is the sole responsibility of the state,\u201d it said.<\/p>\n
The provincial assembly urged the PPP-led Balochistan government to ensure immediate arrest and strict punishment to the perpetrators to discourage such heinous crimes to prevent such incidents in the future.<\/p>\n
Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti also suggested forming a committee, comprising treasury and opposition members, to oversee progress in the case.<\/p>\n
JUI-F member Shahida Rauf said that no one had the authority to hold tribal courts or take decisions outside the formal legal system. She stressed that legal disputes must be settled in courts, and even tribal feuds should be resolved through jirgas, not through violence.<\/p>\n
Provincial minister Raheela Hameed Khan Durrani said the killing of the couple was a tragic event and a stark reminder that such incidents were occurring even in the 21st century. \u201cNo one has the right to take a life,\u201d she asserted. Adviser to the Chief Minister Meena Majeed Baloch called for the elimination of outdated customs related to women.<\/p>\n
JI leader Maulana Hidayatur Rehman also condemned the killings, affirming that while Islam promoted honour and modesty, it did not permit anyone to violate the sanctity of life or household.<\/p>\n
Earlier, Balochistan National Party (BNP-Awami) MPA Mir Asad Baloch staged a walkout against a CTD raid at his residence. Speaking on a point of order, he stated that security forces stormed his home on July 9. \u201cIf there were any allegations, I should have been summoned,\u201d he said, adding that he was taken to the CTD Centre and released after four hours. \u201cThe use of such force only breeds resentment,\u201d he remarked before walking out.<\/p>\n
BHC CJ briefed<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, police officials informed Balochistan High Court Chief Justice Rozi Khan Barech that no further arrests had been made in the case.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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