Karachi: The Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) has taken a decisive stand against unjust constituency delineation by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). Following the issuance of final constituencies, the party has announced its intent to pursue legal action against these decisions.
The MQM-P delegation will meet the Chief Election Commissioner tomorrow on the issue of reservation on constituencies. The three-member delegation will be headed by Dr. Farooq Sattar. The delegation will include Barrister Farogh Naseem, Advocate Hasan Sabir and Javed Hanif.
Speaking to the media after a comprehensive review of rally preparations at Karachi’s Mangal Bazaar ground, MQM-P convener Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui highlighted concerns regarding Union Council constituencies during the initial local body elections.
He expressed alarm, suggesting a similar trend in urban areas and indicating a possible repetition of such practices. The MQM-P convener denounced the representation of Sindh’s chief minister, alleging a policy of mistreatment towards the citizens of Sindh.
Emphasizing the need for rectification, Siddiqui announced MQM’s intention to approach the courts, demanding corrective measures in the constituencies prior to the elections. He strongly criticized the ECP’s conduct over the past 15 years, questioning the continued influence of former ministers in administrative roles.
The former federal minister highlighted perceived injustices, referencing the transformation of the Sindh Secretary into what he termed the “Sindhi Secretariat” and the province being seemingly tailored to suit a single ethnicity.
Siddiqui underscored the integral role of MQM in the vision for Sindh, asserting that the dream of Sindh’s progress cannot be actualized without the party’s involvement.
