PM’s adviser Rana Sanaullah says Mohsin Naqvi’s remarks on creating new administrative units in Pakistan “make no sense” and must follow the constitutional process.
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Web Desk: Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political and Public Affairs Rana Sanaullah has dismissed Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi’s recent remarks regarding the creation of new administrative units in Pakistan, saying the proposal “does not make sense” and falls outside the interior minister’s mandate.
Speaking to the media, Rana Sanaullah said the establishment of new administrative units is a constitutional and political matter that should be initiated by the respective provincial governments rather than the federal government.
Background
The comments come after Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi suggested that Pakistan should consider creating additional administrative units to improve governance and public service delivery.
The proposal sparked political debate, with several leaders questioning both its timing and constitutional implications.
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Responding to Naqvi’s remarks, Rana Sanaullah said there was no justification for the interior minister to comment on the issue.
He emphasized that any move to create new provinces or administrative units requires political consensus and must follow the constitutional process.
According to Sanaullah, such decisions should originate from provincial assemblies and elected representatives instead of being proposed by the federal interior minister.
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Rana Sanaullah said the issue of forming new administrative units “does not make sense” when raised by the interior minister, reiterating that constitutional procedures must be followed.
He added that if there is genuine public demand for new administrative units, provincial governments should initiate the process in accordance with the Constitution.
Political Impact
The exchange highlights emerging differences within the ruling coalition over governance reforms and administrative restructuring.
The debate is expected to continue as political parties weigh the potential benefits and constitutional challenges of creating new administrative units across the country.
While Mohsin Naqvi has argued that additional administrative units could improve governance, Rana Sanaullah has maintained that such proposals must come through the provinces and the constitutional process. The discussion is likely to remain a key political issue in the coming weeks.
