LAHORE: The newly-elected members are set to take oath tomorrow (Friday) as the Punjab Assembly will meet, thus formally launching the process to form the government in Pakistan’s most-populated province.
Punjab Governor Muhammad Balighur Rehman has formally issued a notification calling for the assembly meeting, marking a pivotal moment in the province’s political landscape.
Scheduled to commence at 10 am, the assembly session will witness the swearing-in ceremony of the newly elected members.
Among the key highlights of the event, Punjab Assembly Speaker Sibatin Khan will administer the oath to the elected representatives, marking their official induction into the legislative body. With the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) securing the highest number of seats at 137, the political landscape is poised for a new era of governance. PML-N has also asserted its stronghold, claiming the support of over 190 members in the Punjab Assembly.
With a total of 157 seats currently accounted for, the PML-N anticipates further bolstering its standing with 34 anticipated seats for women and 4 for minorities, potentially securing a total of more than 195 seats.
It should be remember that a minimum of 186 seats is required for a simple majority in the Punjab Assembly
