Category: Politics

In the National Assembly constituency NA-43 Tank and Dera Ismail Khan, re-polling is scheduled to take place on February 19th at 9 polling stations. The decision to deploy the military was obtained through a summary submitted by the Ministry of Interior, citing Articles 220 and 245 of the Constitution to ensure peace and security.

On the other hand, the spokesperson for the US National Security Council, Jan Kirkby, expressed concerns about apparent irregularities in Pakistan’s elections. Kirkby mentioned reports of intimidation, voter suppression, and other such incidents, which have raised alarms in the private sector.

Moreover, Siddiqui’s assertion that negotiations for government formation have not yet begun suggests that political stakeholders in Pakistan are still in the initial stages of coalition-building and power-sharing discussions following recent elections or political developments.

Previously scheduled for February 17, the re-polling at these stations has been rescheduled. The polling hours are set from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The political landscape has witnessed a significant shift with the formation of this coalition, which enjoys a total of 156 seats in the National Assembly. With additional seats expected to be secured through alliances, crossing the threshold of 172 required for government formation seems achievable.

The potential appointment of Ali Amin Gandapur as Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa signifies a strategic move to strengthen PTI’s position in the region. Gandapur’s selection aligns with Khan’s vision for competent leadership and effective governance, potentially setting a precedent for merit-based appointments in other provinces.

The meeting between Shahbaz Sharif and Maulana Fazlur Rehman saw the former expressing the need for Maulana’s leadership, stating that the nation and the country require him at this moment. He assured Maulana that no one is eager to form the government joyfully at this time, and once again sought guidance from him.

It is worth noting that in the general elections, PTI emerged victorious on 92 seats in the National Assembly, and PTI and its allies secured a significant number of seats across the country. In response, PTI announced alliances with MMA in the federal and Punjab assemblies and with Jamaat-e-Islami in KP.

As Pakistan grapples with the aftermath of the elections, the remarks by Qureshi shed light on the deep-seated concerns regarding the future trajectory of governance in the country. The need for political reconciliation and constructive dialogue among stakeholders becomes imperative to navigate through the current impasse and pave the way for a more stable and inclusive political environment.