Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has ordered decisive action against mafias involved in money laundering, human smuggling, and other organized crimes, directing law enforcement agencies to pursue cases without discrimination or external pressure.
The interior minister issued the directives during a visit to the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Karachi Zone, where he chaired a special meeting to review the performance of the FIA Karachi and South zones.
Mohsin Naqvi instructed officials to launch a full-scale crackdown on money laundering networks, stressing that major money launderers must be targeted and complete money trails exposed. He said the hawala and hundi business would not be tolerated under any circumstances and that enforcement actions must be visible and impartial.
He also ordered strict action against agents involved in human smuggling, saying those who deceive innocent people with false promises of overseas employment deserve no leniency. He emphasized that operations against agent mafias should be carried out independently and without pressure.
The interior minister further directed authorities to take action against those involved in the sale of counterfeit medicines, warning that such activities put human lives at risk and must be dealt with firmly under the law.
Addressing resource constraints, Mohsin Naqvi said shortages of human resources in the FIA Karachi Zone would be addressed on a priority basis. He assured FIA officers of full institutional support but stressed that improved performance was essential to enhance the credibility of the department.
During the meeting, the minister sought performance reports from in-charge officers of various circles and urged them to work with greater diligence.
Earlier, the Director FIA Karachi Zone briefed the minister, stating that 20 agents involved in human smuggling had been arrested over the past four months. The briefing also noted that a facilitation center had been established at Karachi airport to assist passengers.
