Opposition leader Syed Khursheed Shah on Monday defended the Sindh government’s response over deaths of more than a 100 children in famine-hit Tharparkar district, saying that action has already been taken against incompetent officials.
Speaking to reporters here, Shah said that situation in Thar was not as bad as portrayed by media.
“No government wants to remain silent in the wake of natural calamities,” he said, adding that governments cannot avert a natural catastrophe.
To a question about direct talks with Taliban, the opposition leader suggested that PTI Chairman Imran Khan should have joined the negotiation team to represent the Parliament.
He also opposed the inclusion of army in talks with Taliban.
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Thar drought: Shah defends Sindh govt
Opposition leader Syed Khursheed Shah on Monday defended the Sindh government’s response over deaths of more than a 100 children in famine-hit Tharparkar district, saying that action has already been taken against incompetent officials.
Speaking to reporters here, Shah said that situation in Thar was not as bad as portrayed by media.
“No government wants to remain silent in the wake of natural calamities,” he said, adding that governments cannot avert a natural catastrophe.
To a question about direct talks with Taliban, the opposition leader suggested that PTI Chairman Imran Khan should have joined the negotiation team to represent the Parliament.
He also opposed the inclusion of army in talks with Taliban.
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