PESHAWAR The National Counter-Terrorism Authority (NACTA) has launched a five-year plan to turn extremists into productive citizens, aiming to prevent violent extremism across Pakistan. The initiative calls for coordinated action from federal and provincial departments and emphasizes rehabilitation, education, and social reintegration.
NACTA’s plan focuses on five strategic pillars. First, authorities will identify individuals at risk of radicalization and guide them away from extremist ideologies. Second, the plan proposes reforms in school curricula to integrate affected individuals into mainstream society. Third, NACTA aims to promote moderate thinking through targeted public messaging.
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Fourth, it will leverage cultural and scientific programs to reduce the risk of radicalization within communities. Finally, the authority will implement programs to reintegrate extremists socially and economically, making them productive citizens.
In parallel, NACTA has instructed the Finance Division to take immediate steps to provide soft loans to terrorism victims under easy terms. These loans will empower affected individuals and communities to rebuild their lives. NACTA emphasized the importance of nominating a representative from its headquarters to coordinate these initiatives effectively.
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To ensure smooth implementation, NACTA has convened a meeting of senior officials on 17 December. The team will review the proposed measures and finalize the five-year rehabilitation plan. Officials said this strategy would combine social, educational, and economic interventions to transform extremists into contributing members of society.
The five-year plan to turn extremists into productive citizens is expected to strengthen national security and promote community resilience. By combining monitoring, education reforms, and economic support, NACTA aims to create a sustainable framework for reducing violent extremism while supporting victims of terrorism.
