Govt yet to decide on formation of judicial commission: Irfan Siddiqui

PTI is demanding formation of judicial commission to probe May 9, Nov 26 events as a precondition for continued talks.

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Senator Irfan Siddiqui, spokesperson for the government’s negotiation committee, has confirmed that no decision has been made regarding the formation of a judicial commission to investigate the events of May 9 and November 26.

Siddiqui made the remarks on Tuesday while speaking to the media after the first round of discussions convened to review Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) demands. The meeting, chaired by National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, was held in the Speaker’s Chamber.

The session was attended by a host of political heavyweights, including Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, Aleem Khan, Salik Hussain, Senator Irfan Siddiqui, Rana Sanaullah, Dr Farooq Sattar, Ejaz ul Haq, and Khalid Magsi.

During the discussions, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar provided a detailed briefing on each point of the opposition’s charter of demands.

Siddiqui noted that representatives from all seven parties in the committee engaged in comprehensive discussions but clarified that the legal committee had yet to form a conclusive opinion on PTI’s proposals.

The senator announced that deliberations would continue in another session scheduled for Wednesday. He further assured that the fourth round of negotiations would take place after seven working days, in line with the planned timetable.

PTI’s stance

PTI has maintained a firm position, demanding the formation of a judicial commission as a precondition for continued talks.

Addressing the media outside Adiala Jail on Monday, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan reiterated the party's stance.

“PTI is willing to continue talks with the government, but forming a judicial commission is a key condition,” he said.

Gohar emphasised that without progress on this demand, there was little point in further dialogue. He appealed for patience and mutual understanding, saying, “Successful negotiations mean a successful Pakistan.”

As both sides prepare for further discussions, the spotlight remains on whether the government will meet PTI's demand for a judicial commission. With tensions running high, the outcome of these negotiations could have significant implications for the country’s political landscape.