PPP Secretary General Nayyar Bukhari emphasizes need for a fresh mandate if
government feels ‘threatened’
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has urged the federal government to dissolve
the National Assembly and hold new elections amidst growing political tensions.
This advice came from PPP Secretary General Nayyar Hussain Bukhari, who
emphasized the need for a fresh mandate if the government feels threatened.
In an interview with a private television channel, Bukhari stated, “If the
government perceives a threat, it should dissolve the assembly and initiate new
elections.”
He suggested that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif should send an advisory to
President Asif Ali Zardari to dissolve the assembly and pave the way for
elections.
Bukhari expressed concerns about the government’s reluctance to communicate
its issues with the PPP. “PPP is ready to strengthen the government in Parliament,
but it should deliver something meaningful. President Zardari has repeatedly
stated his willingness to mediate discussions and play a constructive role, but
there must be a willingness to engage in dialogue,” Bukhari said.
He cautioned that any derailment of the political system could harm the country.
The PPP leader also reflected on the party’s acceptance of the election results,
despite having reservations. “We accepted the election results with reservations.
If we hadn’t supported the PML-N, would the parliament and the Chief
Executive’s office be functioning today?” he questioned, underscoring the PPP’s
role in stabilizing the government.
