Pakistan

Three newly-elected independent MNAs join PML-N

Barrister Aqeel, Raja Khurram Nawaz, and Mian Khan Bugti announce allegiance to Nawaz Sharif’s party

Our Correspondent February 10, 2024

PML-N supremo addressing party members. SCREENGRAB/FILE

Three newly-elected independent members of National Assembly announced allegiance to Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on Saturday, increasing the seats for Nawaz Sharif’s party two days after the general elections.

Barrister Aqeel, Raja Khurram Nawaz, and Mian Khan Bugti, successful independent candidates from various constituencies, have officially announced their decision to join the PML-N, adding to the party's growing strength.

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In a video message, Barrister Aqeel expressed gratitude to the constituents of NA-54, Taxila Wah, for their unwavering support, he attributed his victory to their hard work and dedication.

He asserted that the seat rightfully belongs to Nawaz Sharif, both in the past, present, and future. Aqeel dedicated his success to the PML-N leadership, including Nawaz Sharif, Shehbaz Sharif, and Maryam Nawaz, affirming his allegiance to the party.

Similarly, Raja Khurram Nawaz, newly elected MNA from NA-48, Islamabad, extended his heartfelt thanks to voters and supporters across the constituency. He highlighted his decision to join the PML-N, emphasising his commitment to serving the area and contributing to its development as a member of the new government.

Meanwhile, Mian Khan Bugti, the victorious independent candidate from NA-253 in Sibi Division, Balochistan, officially joined the ranks of the PML-N. In his video message, Bugti acknowledged the congratulatory messages from Nawaz Sharif and Shehbaz Sharif, he also revealed he had asked to contest the elections on a PML-N ticket.

These developments underscore the PML-N's ongoing efforts to expand its political base and consolidate its position within the upper house of parliament.

COMMENTS (1)

Riffat Somroo | 9 months ago | Reply It shows that PMLN is going to regain its status of party of the whole country. PMLN should focus on rural Sindh and contest elections in Sukkur Badin Larkana and other parts of Sindh also.

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