The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has unveiled its lineup of candidates for the upcoming elections, announcing contenders for three National Assembly and seven Provincial Assembly seats in Multan.
For the National Assembly constituency NA-148, former Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani has been nominated as the PPP candidate. Additionally, Ali Musa Gilani and Abdul Qadir Gilani have been selected to contest for NA-151 and NA-152, respectively.
In the Provincial Assembly category, Ali Haider Gilani is set to represent PPP on seat PP-213, while Barrister Syed Mustafa Shah has been nominated for PP-214. The party has also fielded candidates for seats PP-215, PP-216, PP-218, and PP-219, with Shakeel Hussain Labar, Ghulam Mustafa Shahzad, Rana Sajjad, and Wasef Mazhar securing the respective tickets.
The Provincial Assembly seat PP-221 will see Mian Kamran Abdullah Mudd appointed as the PPP candidate, completing the lineup for Multan’s representation in the upcoming elections.
This strategic announcement by the PPP highlights the party’s commitment to securing a significant presence in both the National and Provincial Assemblies from Multan. Yousaf Raza Gilani’s nomination for NA-148 is particularly noteworthy, considering his extensive political experience, including his tenure as the Prime Minister of Pakistan.
Multan, historically a politically significant region, is likely to witness competitive contests in the upcoming elections, with PPP positioning itself with a diverse slate of candidates. The party aims to appeal to the electorate through a combination of seasoned politicians and emerging leaders, reflecting a strategy to connect with voters across different demographics.
As the election season unfolds, the chosen candidates will be engaging in rigorous campaigns to garner support and secure victories in their respective constituencies. The political landscape in Multan, known for its active and engaged electorate, is anticipated to witness spirited competition, making these announcements by the PPP crucial in shaping the narrative of the upcoming electoral battle in the region.