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To address these challenges, priority measures were implemented, including the suspension of mobile phone services nationwide based on security agencies’ recommendations. Additionally, supporters of unsuccessful candidates staged sit-ins at polling stations, resulting in logistical difficulties for polling staff.

Sources within the PPP have disclosed that in the event Bilawal Bhutto and Asif Zardari decline leadership roles at the federal level, Faryal Talpur could potentially assume the role of Chief Minister.

The protests escalated further as key transportation arteries, including the Quetta and DI Khan national highways, were forcibly blocked by agitators. The strategic blockade aimed to draw attention to the perceived electoral irregularities and to exert pressure on authorities to address the grievances of the disenfranchised electorate.

Furthermore, he revealed that the meeting with the MQM had been positive, acknowledging the genuine grievances of the people of Karachi regarding water and security issues. He pointed out that efforts had been made previously by their leadership to address Karachi’s problems.