Caretaker Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Murtaza Solangi, has expressed the government's desire to find a peaceful solution of all genuine concerns raised by Baloch protesters in Islamabad through negotiations. In an interview with private news TV Channel, he said efforts are underway to address their concerns through dialogue and bring them back to their homes with dignity, respect, and safety. He said a majority of protesters from Balochistan are women. He said that women, who were detained two days ago, have already been released. The Minister further said that the release of 163 detained men is currently underway. The Minister emphasized that every individual has the right to hold peaceful protest, and government is ensuring well-being of the protestors. He said security, ambulance and medical facilities are available for the protestors. Murtaza Solangi assured that protesters from Balochistan were not stopped anywhere during their journey, and they were treated respectfully without any misconduct.

Source: Radio Pakistan