Shafqat Mahmood retires from politics
Mahmood said that he would dedicate his remaining years to writing and teaching
Education Minister Shafqat Mahmood announcing the launch of e-portal and mobile app for equivalence certificates, in Islamabad on July 6, 2021. SCREENGRAB
ISLAMABAD:
PTI leader Shafqat Mahmood has officially announced his retirement from politics after a 34-year-long career, stating that he would dedicate his remaining years to writing and teaching.
In his statement, Mahmood clarified that his decision was not influenced by external pressures or an intention to join another political party.
Shafqat emphasized that his departure from politics is a personal decision, driven by the natural course of time and age. “This announcement marks my formal exit from politics, driven by the natural progression of time and personal considerations,” he explained.