PM seeks in-house discussion on security of political figures

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister, Yousaf Raza Gilani on Wednesday strongly condemned the murder of Shahbaz Bhatti and requested the house to exhaust a session of discussion specifically on this issue.

He expressed these thoughts while addressing NA session where he applauded the efforts of slain minister Shahbaz Bhatti particularly in regards to his work of inter-religious harmony.

He said security of government figures has turned into a critical issue and requested from speaker to arrange an in house discussion so to find ways to confront with aspects of such incidents in future. Premier also expressed condolence remarks for his heirs and said government equally shares the grief of his demise.

He said government would also call in a meeting of parliamentary leaders to discuss the security issues of political leaders of all parties. He further said cabinet’s defense committee would also take up this issue so to take all the stakeholders on board pertaining to steps taken.

Following request of PM Gilani, Speaker NA Dr. Fehmida Mirza announced that discussion on this issue would be held on today’s (Thursday) session.

Earlier as the session started on Wednesday, the house maintained silence for two minutes and immediately as the proceedings began, Federal Law Minister Babar Awan said session of assembly usually adjourns as per the tradition when any member of assembly is deceased. Later the session was adjourned till 10 a.m., today.