# Interior Minister Naqvi: Referendum Best Solution for New Provinces

> Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi calls public referendum the best solution for new provinces amid political debate.
- Title: Interior Minister Naqvi: Referendum Best Solution for New…
- Summary: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi calls public referendum the best solution for new provinces amid political debate.
- Keywords: pakistan, mohsin naqvi, new provinces, referendum, pakistan peoples party, pml-n, interior ministry, provincial restructuring, Geo News
- Source: Geo News — https://geo.tv/latest/690812-mohsin-naqvi-calls-referendum-best-solution-to-new-provinces-issue
- Published: 2026-11-12T15:51:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: pakistan, mohsin naqvi, new provinces, referendum, pakistan peoples party, pml-n, interior ministry, provincial restructuring, news
## Interior Minister's Position
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi says the best solution for new provinces is public opinion through referendum.

> If the people say new provinces should not be created, then i am with the people
## Political Parties' Stances
Pakistan Peoples Party opposes new provinces in Sindh while PML-N supports the proposal.
## Referendum Proposal Details
A nationwide referendum is planned ahead of a possible 28th constitutional amendment for 12 provinces.
## Provincial Restructuring Plan
Punjab divided into four provinces, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan into three each, Sindh into two.
## Timeline for Implementation
Preparatory steps for provincial restructuring could begin in first quarter of 2027 with amendment consideration in first half.
## Zero Tolerance Policy
Interior minister vows zero tolerance for online blackmail of girls with NCCIA taking timely action.

> There is zero tolerance for those who blackmail girls
## Key takeaway

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi says public opinion through referendum is the best solution for new provinces, with all political parties' views necessary.