ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday extended warm congratulations to the newly elected members of the National Assembly (MNAs) and Provincial Assemblies (MPAs) following their success in the recent by-elections, describing the victories as a reaffirmation of his party’s political strength.
The prime minister’s message, delivered during a meeting with the new parliamentarians, was a carefully orchestrated show of unity, underscoring the significance of the triumph not only for the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) but for the broader political landscape of the country.
Among the newly elected MNAs were Babar Nawaz, Bilal Farooq Tarar, Bilal Badar, Raja Daniyal, Hafiz Noman, Chaudhry Tufail Jatt, Mahmood Qadir and others.
In a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, Sharif framed their success as a direct result of the enduring political vision of his brother, ex-premier Nawaz Sharif.
“This victory is the direct result of the foresight and leadership of Nawaz Sharif, whose unparalleled leadership has propelled us to this moment,” Sharif said, his tone a mix of pride and gratitude. “It is also thanks to the tireless efforts of our party workers across the country.”
Sharif also emphasized that the by-election results were not merely a political win but a reflection of the public’s trust in PML-N leadership. A key focus of his remarks was the role of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, whom he praised for her relentless work toward the province’s prosperity.
“This victory is a direct reflection of the trust the people have in the hard work of Maryam Nawaz and the leadership that has brought stability and hope to the province,” he declared, further solidifying her position within the party.
In an effort to galvanize the new parliamentarians, Sharif urged them to fully embrace their roles. “You are now duty-bound to ensure the concerns of your constituents are addressed,” he told the group, stressing the importance of active participation in the National Assembly to push forward legislative reforms for national development.
In a separate development, the prime minister met with his trusted ally, Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal, to discuss matters of national and political significance.
While the details of their conversation remain private, sources suggest the discussions focused on infrastructure projects, development plans, and the political fallout from the by-election results.
Despite the celebratory tone, the political atmosphere remains tense, with the opposition Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) swiftly challenging the legitimacy of the by-election results, casting doubt on the durability of the government’s victory.
The opposition PTI had boycotted the by-elections for six National Assembly and seven provincial assembly seats in Punjab.
However, it chose to field candidates in two constituencies – NA-129 (Lahore), vacated by the death of Mian Azhar, and NA-18 (Haripur), left vacant following the disqualification of Omar Ayub due to his alleged involvement in the May 9 unrest.
PTI fielded Shehe Naz Omar Ayub, the wife of Omar Ayub, in an attempt to retain the seat. Despite this, the party lost both contests, with PTI now alleging widespread rigging as the primary cause of their defeat.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
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