Karachi (HRNW) — A debate over the creation of new provinces and the possible division of Sindh has intensified, with lawyers in Karachi expressing strong opposition to any move aimed at dividing the province.
Karachi Bar Association President Aamir Nawaz Waraich has drawn widespread attention on social media following remarks in which he strongly rejected the idea of dividing Sindh.
In a speech, Waraich said: “Whether it is the DG ISPR or his father, no one can divide Sindh.” He said lawyers would not remain silent on what he described as an issue concerning the unity and territorial integrity of Sindh.
The remarks come amid renewed political discussion over the creation of new provinces and administrative units in Pakistan. The debate has particularly intensified around demands for greater administrative autonomy and changes to the existing provincial structure.
The Karachi Bar Association has previously been associated with public positions on major constitutional and political issues. Waraich is the current president of the association.
The Sindh Assembly also passed a resolution in February 2026 declaring Karachi an “integral and indivisible part” of Sindh and rejecting proposals for separating the city from the province or dividing Sindh.
Under Article 239(4) of Pakistan’s Constitution, a constitutional amendment altering the limits of a province cannot be presented for presidential assent unless it has first been approved by at least a two-thirds majority of the total membership of the affected provincial assembly.
The issue continues to generate strong political and public reactions, with supporters of new administrative units arguing for improved governance, while opponents warn against measures that could alter existing provincial boundaries.
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This report presents statements and publicly reported positions concerning the debate over provincial boundaries. HRNW does not endorse any political position. Any constitutional change remains subject to the procedure prescribed by the Constitution of Pakistan.
