Kheal Das Kohistani Attacked in Sindh Province
The attack on Kheal Das Kohistani highlights the growing tensions between the federal government and the Sindh province over the canal projects, with the opposition threatening to withdraw support from the government if the plan isn't shelved. The incident has sparked a nationwide debate on the need for a balanced approach to development and the importance of addressing the concerns of all stakeholders.
Protesters in Pakistan's Sindh province attacked the motorcade of Kheal Das Kohistani, the Hindu state minister for religious affairs, with tomatoes and potatoes while he was driving through the Thatta district. The protesters were demonstrating against a plan for new canals, which they claim will reduce the province's water share.
The incident drew swift condemnation from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who ordered an investigation into the attack and assured Kohistani of a thorough probe. Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah also condemned the act and directed the police to arrest the perpetrators and submit a report. The attack is part of rising tensions over the Green Pakistan Initiative, which includes the construction of six new canals in Punjab.
The protest in Sindh's Thatta district is a reflection of the growing opposition to the federal government's canal projects, which have sparked concerns among the province's politicians, including PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari. The opposition claims that the projects will reduce river flow for irrigation in the southern province, leading to water scarcity and affecting the livelihoods of farmers.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of government officials and the need for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing protests. The government has vowed to take action against the perpetrators and address the concerns of the protesters, while also ensuring the implementation of its development projects.