Tag: Pakistan Politics

Minister Criticizes Punjab, But Who Will Question His Own Performance?

Amir Muhammad Khan
Debate over Chaudhry Salik Hussain's criticism of Punjab government and accountability of the Overseas Pakistanis Ministry.

Amir Muhammad Khan Calls for Accountability of Federal Minister Chaudhry Salik Hussain, Questions Overseas Pakistanis Ministry’s Performance and Demands Annual Performance Reports   (By Amir Muhammad Khan) Pakistan’s political landscape has once again witnessed a debate over government spending and accountability after Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Chaudhry Salik Hussain raised questions about the Punjab government’s funds and their utilization. Punjab’s Chief Minister has responded by signaling the possibility of legal action. However, an important question arises: when a government official demands accountability from another province…

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Balochistan Tribal Leaders Oppose Resolution to Abolish Sardari System

Syed Sardar Muhammad Khondai
Tribal leaders of Balochistan addressing a press conference in Quetta about the proposed resolution to abolish the Sardari and Nawabi system.

Resolution to Abolish Sardari and Nawabi System Beyond Comprehension, System Is Centuries Old: Nawab Muhammad Khan Shahwani, Sardar Kamal Khan Bangulzai Quetta (Syed Sardar Muhammad Khondai) Prominent tribal leaders of Balochistan, including Nawab Muhammad Khan Shahwani, Sardar Kamal Khan Bangulzai and other chieftains, while addressing a press conference in Quetta, said that the resolution tabled in the Balochistan Assembly regarding the abolition of the Sardari and Nawabi system is beyond comprehension. Nawab Muhammad Khan Shahwani said that the Nawabi and Sardari system is a system that is hundreds of years…

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Chaman Court Cancels Asghar Khan Achakzai’s Bail, ANP Reacts

Tariq Nehal Khan

Chaman Court Cancels Bail of ANP Balochistan President Asghar Khan Achakzai; Arrested Inside Courtroom CHAMAN, Pakistan (Syed Sardar Mohammad Khondai): The Sessions Court in Chaman on Wednesday cancelled the bail of Awami National Party (ANP) Balochistan Provincial President Asghar Khan Achakzai, who was subsequently arrested inside the courtroom. Following his arrest, Achakzai spoke to the media and appealed to party workers to remain peaceful, urging them to avoid strikes and shutter-down protests. “All workers should remain peaceful,” he said, adding that followers of Bacha Khan’s ideology had faced similar tactics…

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The Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) Holds Protests Across Balochistan Against Governor’s Rule in KP

Syed Sardar Muhammad Khondai
Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party protest against Governor’s Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in Quetta

Quetta (Syed Sardar Mohammad Khondai): The Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) staged protest demonstrations and public meetings in several districts of Balochistan to condemn the imposition of Governor’s Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, describing the move as illegal, unconstitutional and undemocratic. The central protest was held in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan. Party workers and supporters took part in a rally that passed through various roads of the city before turning into a public gathering. The gathering was addressed by Nawab Ayaz Khan Jogezai, PkMAP Deputy Chairman Abdul Rahim Ziaratwal,…

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Amir Muhammad Khan on Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s KP Strategy

Amir Muhammad Khan
Maulana Fazlur Rehman during a public political appearance, illustrating analysis of JUI-F’s role in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa politics.

Maulana’s interest in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is not without reason. Amir Muhammad Khan: We newspaper readers often imagine ourselves to be the most well-informed people in the world after catching up on the news. Yet, I am amazed when the watchman at my residence—before I even get into my car for the office—briefs me early in the morning on the previous night’s events in Pakistani politics, having gathered information from various social media sources. He possesses not only a deep understanding of Pakistani politics—perhaps surpassing my own—but also offers remarkably candid…

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How Long Will the People of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Continue to Carry the Dead?

Amir Muhammad Khan
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa terrorism and PTI long march political tensions

(By Amir Muhammad Khan) Once again, the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are living under the shadow of fear, uncertainty and terrorism. Almost every day brings another painful story. A police officer is martyred in one place. A soldier loses his life in another. Elsewhere, civilians face attacks on roads, markets and security checkpoints. At such a difficult time, an important question must be asked: how long will the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa continue to carry the dead? The province needs security, good governance and economic development. Yet, political confrontation continues…

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Mehmood Khan Achakzai Calls for Free Parliament and Constitutional Rule

Syed Sardar Muhammad Khondai
Mehmood Khan Achakzai addresses a large PkMAP public gathering in Zhob

Country Facing Worst Crisis in History, Solution Lies in Free Parliament and Supremacy of Constitution: Mehmood Khan Achakzai By Syed Sardar Mohammad Khondai Quetta A massive public gathering was held at Yadbaz Muhammad Shaheed Park in Zhob city, organized by the Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) to commemorate the martyrs of October 7 and October 11. The gathering was addressed by PkMAP Chairman, Head of Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Ain-e-Pakistan and Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly Mehmood Khan Achakzai, Nawab Ayaz Khan Jogezai, and other central and provincial leaders of the…

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Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Parliament’s Role in Political Reconciliation

Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal

Sardar Ayaz Sadiq: Parliament’s Bridge Across the Political Divide By Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal In Pakistan’s turbulent political landscape, Parliament remains the one institution where disagreement can be converted into dialogue and confrontation into compromise. It is the forum where competing political visions meet, debate and seek common ground. In such circumstances, the Speaker’s office assumes importance beyond routine parliamentary proceedings. The Speaker must protect the dignity of the House, ensure space for treasury and opposition benches and preserve channels for dialogue when tensions rise. Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has once again…

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Sohail Afridi Announces PTI October 4 March From Lakki Marwat

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Sohail Afridi PTI March from Gandi Chowk Lakki Marwat

PESHAWAR (By Anwar Zeb Khan) — Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has confirmed plans for the Sohail Afridi PTI March on October 4. The march will begin from Gandi Chowk in Lakki Marwat at 1pm. The Sohail Afridi PTI March comes as the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) continues its political campaign over constitutional rights and judicial independence. Afridi said PTI has the right to hold a peaceful protest under the Constitution. According to reports, the government and opposition also held talks on October 3. The talks focused on political issues…

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Terrorism and Politics in KP: Why the Delay?

Amir Muhammad Khan

Terrorism and Politics in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa — Why the Delay? Amir Muhammad Khan Pakistan is currently passing through a period in which, despite political differences, it has become more important than ever to keep matters of national security separate from political confrontation. The situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in particular, has raised several serious questions. On the one hand, there are continuing incidents of terrorism; on the other, allegations of cross-border interference from Afghanistan; and, in addition, growing tensions between the federal government and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government. Together, these factors…

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