Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Taliban's acting interior minister, has warned officials that they will face serious consequences if they violate the newly ratified police law. He made the remarks at a gathering held to introduce and explain the new legislation.
Speaking at the meeting attended by numerous Taliban officials, Haqqani stated that violators will first receive a warning, but a second offense will result in prescribed punishment. He instructed that the law must be taught and explained to all police personnel across districts, directorates, and departments.
The acting interior minister also stressed the importance of preventing corruption within the Taliban administration and called for decisive action on this front. He reminded officials that government positions are a "temporary trust" and should not be treated as personal property.
These comments come amid a recent increase in reports concerning administrative corruption in various departments under the Taliban government. Human rights activists and international organizations have also expressed concern about the new police law, viewing it as a tool to suppress fundamental freedoms, including the right to peaceful assembly.
According to Amnesty International, some of the most worrying provisions of the law include a complete ban on all gatherings and demonstrations, which is a clear violation of the right to peaceful assembly. Critics argue that the law formalizes human rights violations and grants judicial immunity to perpetrators.
However, Taliban officials maintain that the new police law provides a comprehensive framework for police activities and will contribute to public order and security. Specific details regarding the punishments for violating the law have not yet been made public.
Source: Zarin TV
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