Nawaz Sharif Criticizes Government's Approach to Constitutional Amendment
LAHORE: Nawaz Sharif, President of the Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N), has voiced strong dissatisfaction with the government’s strategy on the proposed constitutional amendments. According to ARY News sources, Sharif’s discontent with the process led him to return to Lahore from Islamabad earlier than planned.
Key Points:
– Displeasure with Strategy: Nawaz Sharif has expressed his unhappiness with the approach taken by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif concerning the constitutional amendments. His frustration with the handling of the situation has led him to distance himself from the ongoing process.
– Meeting Snub: Despite being in Islamabad to attend the National Assembly session, Nawaz Sharif did not meet with key political figures, including President Asif Ali Zardari and JUI-F leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had attempted to facilitate these meetings, but Nawaz Sharif chose not to engage.
– Concerns About Coordination: Sources indicate that Nawaz Sharif believes the government should have consulted Maulana Fazlur Rehman before advancing with the amendments. This lack of coordination has reportedly contributed to Sharif’s dissatisfaction.
– Proposed Amendments: The National Assembly is set to discuss a series of significant constitutional amendments, including a proposal to increase the number of seats for Balochistan in the provincial assembly from 65 to 81. This change is intended to enhance representation for the province. Additionally, amendments to Article 63, concerning the disqualification of Parliament members, are also on the table, with new provisions addressing the voting behavior of defecting members.
The proposed amendments involve over 20 clauses affecting key articles in Pakistan’s Constitution, including Articles 51, 63, 175, and 187. The discussions and decisions made in today’s session will be pivotal in shaping the future of Pakistan’s legislative framework.
