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Sindh Cabinet Approves Bandit Surrender Policy to Promote Peace and Social Development
Sindh govt approves a new policy encouraging bandits to surrender in exchange for education, healthcare, and economic support for their families — a step toward peace and development in slum areas.
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by Muhammad Hashir
2025-10-06
Sindh Cabinet Approves Bandit Surrender Policy to Promote Peace and Social Development

The Sindh cabinet has approved a comprehensive policy aimed at encouraging bandits to surrender voluntarily in exchange for social and economic rehabilitation, marking a major step toward restoring peace and development in the province’s slum areas.

According to a spokesperson for Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, the decision was taken after a detailed briefing during a cabinet meeting, where officials informed members that several bandits had already expressed their willingness to surrender following ongoing operations and negotiations with local communities.

The spokesperson stated that the new policy will be implemented with transparency and compassion under the law. Families of those who surrender will be provided with access to education, healthcare, and economic security. Additionally, the provincial government plans to rebuild schools, health centres, and veterinary facilities in affected slum areas to promote long-term stability.

Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah emphasized the need for an effective monitoring mechanism to ensure transparency in the implementation process. He also instructed the Home Department to intensify awareness campaigns across Sindh to promote the benefits of surrender and strengthen community participation in peacebuilding efforts.

The move has been described by government officials as a “development-oriented peace strategy” — one that seeks not only to curb crime but also to reintegrate former bandits into society through education and livelihood opportunities.
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