Pakistan

Another independent joins PML-N

Asim Kurd Gello says he took decision for the prosperity of the people of Balochistan

News Desk February 18, 2024

Independent candidate Mir Mohammad Asim Kurd Gello expresses full confidence in the leadership of PML-N supreme leader Nawaz Sharif in a meeting with Shehbaz Sharif in Lahore. SCREENGRAB

In a significant development for the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Mir Mohammad Asim Kurd Gello, an independent candidate hailing from Kachhi's PB-12 constituency, has pledged allegiance to the party.

Gello's decision to join PML-N was made public during a meeting with the party's president and prime ministerial hopeful, Shehbaz Sharif, held in Lahore.

Expressing unwavering confidence in the leadership of PML-N's supreme leader, Nawaz Sharif, Gello formally announced his affiliation with the party.

During the meeting, Shehbaz extended gratitude to Gello and his associates for their decision to align with PML-N. He lauded their commitment and welcomed them into the party fold.

Gello, in turn, emphasised the pivotal role played by Nawaz Sharif and PML-N in the development of Pakistan, particularly in Balochistan. "I envision a future where the people of Balochistan thrive in education, healthcare, and overall development," Gello stated, underlining his aspirations for his province's progress.

Shehbaz reiterated PML-N's dedication to the advancement of Balochistan, echoing Nawaz Sharif's deep-rooted concern for the province's development.

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"We are committed to establishing Daanish schools, providing laptops to the youth, and equipping them with IT and other skills," he affirmed, outlining the party's agenda for empowering the youth.

Highlighting Nawaz Sharif's vision for Pakistan's prosperity through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Shehbaz underscored the significance of Gello's support in addressing the nation's challenges, particularly those faced by Balochistan.

"Your support will be instrumental in resolving the issues confronting the people of Pakistan and Balochistan," Shehbaz concluded, expressing confidence in PML-N's ability to spearhead the nation's development agenda.