Musharraf to be tried for treason: Nawaz Sharif

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to initiate a high treason case against former military dictator Pervez Musharraf for subverting the constitution of Pakistan; it was announced by Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif in the National Assembly on Monday.

Nawaz Sharif said that the former president had committed treason by abrogating the Constitution and he should be tried under the law. He said Musharraf would be tried for imposing a state of emergency in the country in 2007 while also suspending the Constitution.
It is pertinent to mention here that in Pakistan maximum penalty for treason is death. The government “firmly subscribes to the view that the holding in abeyance of the constitution on 3rd November 2007, constituted an act of high treason,” Sharif said in parliament, reading from a statement simultaneously presented to the Supreme Court. “Musharraf will have to answer for his guilt before the court,” he said.

Opposition leaders from Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) extended their support to the prime minister. Leader of Opposition Khurshid Shah welcomed the prime minister's speech and said that the pictures of all past dictators should be removed from the parliament premises. Shah Mehmood Qurehi said tht PTI believe on the supremacy of law and it would support any law which would strengthen democratic process in the country.

MEhmood Achakzai head of PakhtunKhawa Milli Party said that all the institutions must work within their limits and supremacy of law should be top priority of all. Leader of the Awami National Party Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed said that people have given heavy mandate to Muslim League Nawaz, now it should be prime responsibility of Nawaz Sharif to redress the grievances of the masses, he said that Prime Minister should refrain from indulging into the matters which could create confrontation among the institution and put focus to solve the problems of the people for which people have given votes to PMLN.

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From convicted culprit to Senator, where is the supremacy of law?

Unlike the past, it is being considered that today judiciary in Pakistan is independent and very powerful institution. Judiciary has taken many historic Judgments like convicting former Prime Ministers and charging Former Dictator. After all that hard accountability still there are few examples of corruption and wrong doings that a common man would bite his finger that how it happened. 

It would be surprising for the readers that a person was convicted 14 years in prison on corruption cases, but he has become senator in the Senate of Pakistan. In 2000, Former Federal Communication Ministers Azam Khan Hoti was convicted by an accountability court Attock on charges of accumulating assets disproportionate to his known sources of income and sentenced him to 10-year rigorous imprisonment. He was also fined Rs 15 million, failing which he would have to undergo further 2 years in prison. Judge Chaudhry Mazhar Minhas ordered the confiscation of Azam Hoti’s property in Lahore which includes a commercial plot in Chuburji, 6 shops in Lehri, a shop in Model Town, his share in a flat in Model Town, two cars and Rs 7.7 million invested in Super Engineers (Pvt) Limited. The former minister was also disqualified from holding public office or applying for any financial loan and advances from any financial institutions sponsored by the government. Azam Hoti was also tried by National Accountability Bureau (NAB) for two cases of corruption and misuse of authority. The accountability court has already sentenced him to 14 years of rigorous imprisonment in cases of corruption and corrupt practices in the Motorway reference and for awarding contracts for the installation of emergency telephone systems without fulfilling the normal procedures.

This scribe came to know about all this when wife of Azam Hoti, Shamim Kiyani filed a writ petition in the Islamabad high Court against Azam Hoti. She submitted file copy of the court vide order  dated 27-9-2010, in which accountability bench of Lahore High Court dismissed the appeal of the Azam Hoti. She said that no court of country has suspended the order of the High Court of Lahore and he is convicted of the law and fugitive from law. She said more thee NAB KPK has the attested copy for the court action but they also allowed a convict and fugitive to set in the senate of Pakistan.

She nominated Election Commission of Pakistan, Senate of Pakistan and Chairman National Accountability Bureau Islamabad. In reply to Court ECP made it clear that ECP was not aware that Azam Hoti was convicted by NAB. Court also has directed to NAB to appear before the court with the relevant record. It is pertinent to mention here that former Chief Minister of KPK Amir Haider Hoti is son of Azam Hoti and he played a vital role to make his father Senator from Awami National Party. While talking to this scribe Shamim Kiyani appealed to the Chief Justice of Supreme Court Pakistan to take sou motu action on this serious matter.

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Characteristics of Foreign Policy in viewpoints of Imam Khomeini

Characteristics of Foreign Policy in viewpoints of Imam Khomeini

The victory of the Islamic Revolution in Iran under the leadership of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini  led to a modern transformation in the context of Iranian political issues including both the domestic and foreign policies. This writing piece would intend intend to examine some important and influential instances of his ideas and viewpoints in the realm of foreign policy on different conditions and circumstances.

Imam Khomein defines politics as “Politics should guide the society, find its way, consider all the interests of society, and guide them to that which is for their welfare.”

 “Politics means management of the country based on the religious and spiritual welfare of the people.”

Elements of foreign policy from Imam Khomeini's viewpoint generally, the following elements in the context of foreign policy can be inferred from his speeches and opinions:  Non-reliance on the global powers, which has been manifested in the Imam’s policy of “Neither East nor West”;   Preservation of the existence and territorial integrity of the country, and observing the long-term interests of the system;  Invitation toward the monotheistic values and fundamentals of Islam;  Defense of the integrity and reputation of Islam in the international gatherings; Expression of sympathy to the downtrodden of the world and inviting them to unite with one another;  Invitation toward the unity of Muslims;  Strategic campaign against the Quds-occupying regime;  Harmonious  coexistence  and  forging  of  equitable  and  friendly relations with countries of the world and negation of isolationism; and  Introduction of Islam as a comprehensive, perfect and practical Religion. HE stressed on complete elimination of imperialism; and framing of the country’s foreign policy on the basis of Islamic criteria, fraternal commitment to all Muslims of the world and unflinching support for them have all been emphasized.

Imam Khomeini  used  to  emphasize  peaceful  and  friendly  relationship, considering it as part of the necessities of social and political life. Having constant relationship was considered preferential than its abandonment on the condition that this relationship is based upon mutual respect, and the interests and welfare of both parties, not only one, are taken into account. He said once: We want to befriend all nations of the world. On account of the primordial nature, we want to befriend all states of the world and to have good relationship  with  them;  with  mutual  respect,  we  want  to  have  good relationship with all. In the view of Imm Khomein            , relations that cause dominance are rejected. Hence, concerning this, he says: “If trade relations with the non-Muslims cause fear on the domain of Islam, then abandonment of these relations is obligatory for all Muslims.”

Admonition to the governments and nations to sympathy and unity As what we know, in the international scene and system the decision- making and implementing units are the states. If all the downtrodden of the world are supposed to have unity, it can be attained faster and easier through the governments. Because of this, it is necessary for the states to sympathize and have single voice with their own nations in order to realize unity.

If there were Islamic unity of expression, if the Muslim governments and nations were united, over one and half billion Muslims to be under the sway of  the  superpowers  would  have  no  more  meaning.  If  this  power  is transformed into a great divine power, no power will be able to overcome it. The next step or stage is the realization of unity among the downtrodden states. Through this unity as well as their efforts they could eliminate the oppression of the arrogant in the world; in the international gatherings and scenes, they could render helpless the oppressors by adopting a single stance and make themselves a great power.

Concerning this, the Imam Khomeini puts more emphasis on the unity among Muslim states, saying: The Muslim states should be like a single state, like a single society, having one flag, one book (the Quran), and one Prophet. They are supposed to be always united and have love with one another in all aspects. If these aspirations come true that the Muslim states are united in all aspects, there is hope that they could overcome their problems, and a greater power would confront other powers.

Negation of nationalism and ethnocentrism The  most  important  factor  that  prevents  the  Muslims  and  the downtrodden of the world from attaining unity of action is nationalism and ethnocentrism, which Imam Khomeini negates and regards as elements for the discordance and hostility of the Muslims. As what we know, now the Islamic world has suffered enormous losses due to these imperialist weapons. So much amount of blood has been spilled and facilities wasted for this. Having imperialist roots, the sectarian conflicts , which unfortunately have continued and amounted to fratricide, genocide, instability, and insecurity in the region. In this manner, the imperialists let the Muslims be preoccupied with these affairs; they  could  easily  plunder  their  resources  and  make  their  weapons manufacturing companies more flourishing. An instance of which is the war between the Arabs and Persians initiated by Saddam, a war that has made them instruments of discord and confusion and sacrificed the youth of both countries who could play a key role in the reconstruction of their countries and could liberate their countries from the state of dependency on the dominant powers. Other examples are in Algeria, Sudan, Yemen, the sectarian wars in Lebanon, etc.

Among the problems that the plotters have designed (as the imperialist agents do in promoting it) for the creation of discord among the Muslims are  ethnocentrism  and  nationalism.  Nationalism  against  other  Muslim nations is an issue that Islam, the Quran and orders of the Holy Prophet oppose.  The  same  nationalism  that  amounts  to  the  animosity  among Muslims and rift in the ranks of the believers is contrary to Islam and the interests of Muslims, and is among the tricks of the foreigners who suffer from Islam and its spread. From among the vivid experiences of this period in which nationalism led to the weakening and defeat of Muslims, one can mention the Arab nationalism that Egypt promoted. Through such a propaganda and irrational feelings it was not able to win the support of many non-Arab countries during the Arab-Israeli war. This affair has led to their defeat and the Israel’s acquisition of more power. 

“Time and again, I state that this nationalism is the root of the Muslims’ misery. That which has made the Muslim states wretched and presently makes them drift away from the auspices of the Holy Quran is the problem of racism.This race is Turkish; this race is Iranian; this race is Arab. The problem of racism is reactionary.           

Imam Khomeini had always put at the top of his agenda both the interest and honor of Islam and the nation. All the elements of foreign  policy, in the view of the Imam, are cases that are in pursuit of ensuring the national interests, honor and pride of Iran, and the interest of Islam. One of the greatest teachings of the founder of the Islamic Republic to the Iranian nation and the global Muslims is the lesson of honor-seeking.Taking  into  account  the  honor  in  foreign  policy  means  that  in  the international decision-making, interest should be assessed in such a way that the honor of the country and Islam is not slighted and such decisions would not bring abjectness to the Muslims.

Thus, taking into account the honor of the country and Muslims, observance of the principle, “Neither East nor West”, and maintenance of the country’s independencenone of which should give way to the negligence of the country’s interests. Peculiar discretion should be applied and detailed strategic programs implemented. By considering the most vital interests, all the objectives must be ensured.

Hajj as  an  important  instrument  in  achieving  the  foreign  policy objectives of Islam. During the year 1362 AH hajj pilgrimage Imm Khomein revived the Sunnah of the Prophet and utilized this grand Islamic gathering as the most important instrument of foreign policy, or we better say, Islamic foreign policy. During the last few years of his blessed life, the Imm conveyed in his various messages sent to the annual hajj gathering all the aspects that can be discussed in this congress and be utilized, or we better say, he conveyed in those messages the charter of the Islamic government.

Both in theory and practice, the Imam exerted his utmost effort to remove the ambiguities and flaws that are depicted in the realm of foreign policy of the Islamic country and forging of relationship with other countries. He tried to illustrate an image of Islam in which Islam was introduced as the most complete religion, most precise code of living, most advanced culture and civilization, and as the means for the salvation and happiness of humankind.

 

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Ayat Ulla Ruhollah Mostafavi Khomeini A great revolutionist

Allama Iqbal (R.A.) says,

‘If Tehran becomes the Geneva of Eastern World

May be fortune of the world will change’

            Today’s Iran has achieved a decent position in the world. The lovely people here celebrate the birthday of Islamic Revolution each year.

            34 years ago when a great Islamic Revolution took place in Iran which astonished the whole world and forced the human world to think that the history’s direction could be changed in this way also. An untoward witnessed by billions of people of this world; a change which after taking the shape of reality, not only became the cause of Islamic philosophy and thought but also became the story of passion and spirit of a great nation. The whole world was astonished, the invalid were shivering and the idols of imperialist powers were broken. The great revolution gave a new hope, a bright revolution in which one hundred thousand sons of Islam sacrificed their lives and stroked hard on invalid and non believers and changed the world’s history with their call for truth and authenticity. This was a revolution of truth which was a reflection of Imam Khomeini (R.A.)’s faithful and enthusiastic leadership and which made the impossible, a possibility. This revolution which emerged on 11^th February 1979 became a hope for the awakening of Islamic beliefs. This is matter of pride for whole Islamic world. Today the effects of Imam Khomeini (R.A.)’s strong character and Islamic revolution are continuously spreading in the whole world. Materialism is changing into truth. The satanic and non believing forces of whole world are being sinking into the marsh of failure. This change in the human world’s thought is a source of establishment of peace and tranquility in the world. The historic role of Imam Khomeini (R.A.) will always be remembered by the humans and will also guide them to the excelsior resolute of Islam’s. Up coming generations will set their goal according to this. Islam’s flag will raise high in the whole world. There is no doubt that due to great revolution by Imam Khomeini (R.A), his role becomes eternal in the second establishment of Islam. Under his enthusiastic leadership, one hundred thousand sons of Islam sacrificed their lives and properties, as a result of which Iranian King Raza Shah Pehlvi was forced to escape from Iran on 16^th February 1978. After fifteen years of exile when revolutionary leader Imam Khomeini (R.A) reached at Tehran airport on 1^st February 1979, fifty hundred thousand sons of Islam welcomed him. Iranian people were desperate to take a glimpse of their beloved leader. The day of  11^th February 1979 was formally declared as the day of Islam’s victory due to which the western culture was eradicated from Iran and Islamic style of living were visible everywhere. How and why all this happened? To know this, it is necessary to have a glimpse of Iran’s previous history.

            Two and a half thousand years ago, Korosh Azam after changing Iranian nation into a united state laid the foundation of dominion. At that time this dominion was consisted of today’s Pakistan, Middle East and various other areas of Asia. Alexander the Great ended this dominion after two hundred years and Greek’s government was established. Two centuries (BC), Ashkani’s captured it and Parsi religion was implemented. At last after three hundred years this dominion was also eradicated by Sasaanians. This was the era of last prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH). Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) was not only preaching Islam in Arab areas but also to the kings of neighboring states including Qaiser-e-Rome and Iranian king. In the reign of Khulafa-e-Rashideen, after the end of Sasaani rule, Islam spread all over the world. Iranian served Islam in a great manner and took Islam to its peak. In seventh century Hijri, Mughals attacked and destroyed the Islamic Kingdom and a lot of Iranian cities were ruined. At last in the Safwi rule of Shah Abbas Awwal, education and skills were developed and new cities were settled, new roads and buildings were constructed. After Safwi’s rule the decline of Iran started once again. There was Afghan’s occupation and then it was the rule of Nadir Shah. A new dominion was established after World War-I with the help of colonialist powers. This was the rule of Raza Shah Pahlvi in which Islamic and national values were torn into pieces. The seeds of western culture and modern society were sworn and the society was sacrificed to innovation.

            A bright star emerged from the darks of western cultural invasion, innovation and Pehlvi tyranny, which dazzled the eyes of world. This star of brightness was the personality of revolutionary leader Honorable Imam Ayat Ullah Rooh-Ullah Almoosawi Alkhomeini (R.A).

            He was born in 1902 in a town of Khomein. His father’s name was Syed Mustafa Khomeini. His grandfather’s name was Syed Ahmad. People used to call him Syed Ahmad Hindi. For generation his family was a nursery for religious teachings and training. Imam Khomeini (R.A) started his scholarly life in 1919 and mastered Uloom-e-Fiqah at Hoza-e-Ilmiya, Qum under the patronage of Sheikh Abdul Karim Hairi (R.A). He achieved the knowledge of philosophy and Sufism under the guidance of Ayat Ullah Mirza Muhammad Ali Shahabadi (R.A). He spend a very simple life in eating, clothing, affairs, social etc. He used to spend most of his time in praying.

            Three decades ago when Pehlvi oppression and despotism crossed its limit, Hazrat Imam Khomeini (R.A) raised the flag of Jihad against it. He has to spend a long time in exile and suffer from a lot of difficulties. But at last, the Iranian nation succeeded under his leadership and guidance and they saw the sun of Islamic revolution rising.  Imam Khomeini (R.A) says about the Islamic revolution of Iran that “The Islamic revolution of Iran was an explosion of brightness.”

            The dream of second establishment of Islam seen by Allama Iqbal was interpreted by the great revolutionary leader Imam Khomeini (R.A). He died at June 03, 1989 but during his life he played a historic and effective role in this world. In the light of way designed by him, the Muslim nation can gather the whole world at the platform of peace and may unite to safeguarding for “Baitullah”.  As Allama Iqbal (R.A.) says,

“The Muslim should unite for the safe guard of HARAM,

Right from the shores of River Nile to the soil of Kashghar,          

            Revolutions took place in the last century in France, China, Africa, Europe, Arab, India, Afghanistan etc. but none of them was occurred 100 % according to the Islamic Ideology, whereas the revolution under the leadership of Imam Rooh Ullah Almoosawi Alkhomeini (R.A) was 100% on the basis of Islamic Ideology.

            The world is presently witnessing revolutionary changes in some countries of Middle East, which are the result of economic, social and political injustices meted to the people of these states by its rulers in connivance with the foreign tyrant forces.

Allama Iqbal (R.A.) says,

“A life without revolution is just like a death,

The life of the spirit of nations is to struggle for the revolution”

            Three decades ago, the Islamic Republic of Iran has undergone a revolution which was truly Islamic in essence and spirit and has changed altogether not only the course of history of the Iranian nation but also fixed new dimensions and horizons for the bright future of the vibrant and progressive Iranians. Since the revolution has its light from the eternal moral and ethical values of Islam upon which the economic, social and political system has been established, its impact has not limited to the geographical boundaries of Iran but its spirit and essence has also transgressed into the adjourning territories as well. The people of the Arab world are taking strength and energy from the great Islamic Revolution of Iran and they are challenging the tyrant and oppressive regimes.

            It is high time that the western capitalist powers and the eastern materialist & neo-colonial rulers must understand that the system of the west which is based on materialism will not sustain for a longer period and it will crumble down at last but the system which is based on universal moral values and ethical virtues will last for ever. The Iranian revolution has brought about change in the moral and ethical values of Great sons of Iran and this change has positively affected the social, economic and political life not only the Iranian nation but its effects are now felt throughout the world.     

            The current results of Islamic revolution of Iran show that in near future the International Imperialism is going to be affected by its effects. Then ethnic and language difference will come to an end. Sectarianism will die its own death. All differences will be removed by Great Ijtihad. After the sad demise of Imam Khomeini (R.A), Ayat Ulla Khaminai was elected as his successor with a great majority. He belongs to a scholar family of Mashhad. He got his preliminary education in Mashhad and Qum. He actively took part in the Islamic Revolutionary Movement under the leader ship of Imam Khomeini (R.A) and had to suffer from imprisonment. He spends a lot of his life in teaching various subjects and wrote many books. He not only has an expert observation on the international events and politics but under his guardianship Islamic Republic of Iran stepped forward towards development and prosperity and there was an increase in Islamic thoughts and philosophy.  He being the supreme leader of Iran fulfilled his responsibility to protect and guard Islamic Revolution with the help of Imam Khomeini’s Philosophy. His utmost efforts made this revolution an ideal for the people of other countries too. The Islamic society of Iran has become an ideal society for all classes. This is only Almighty Allah’s will that this revolution was so successful. But the imperial powers are still over-optimistic that they might tackle this great revolution by their deceitful tricks. They are insane that do not understand any language other than that of the arms and capital. May be they have forgotten the fact that every Muslim thinks that he himself is responsible to protect this Islamic Revolution. Currently globalism is taking its last breaths. Only truth and justice has got the eternity. This is the universal truth that lie do not have any feet. The killers of justice and cruel will reach to their end. The whole Islamic world salutes the courage, honor, greatness and success of the sons of Islamic Republic of Iran and is determined to stand with them in the future.

            The Islamic world’s special attention is concentrated on the present leadership of Islamic Republic of Iran. That is why the son of Islam Dr. Mahmood Ahmadi Najjad has been so far successful in fulfilling his commitments that are based on truth. His thoughts not only have changed the lives of Muslims but the invalid powers are also astonished and imperial powers are also surprised with his moral victory.

            As a result of Imam Khomeini’s teachings and philosophy, Dr. Mahmood Ahmadi Najjad emerged as an examplary personality. He has conveyed a great message of unity to the Muslim nation.

            Upon following the path showed by Imam Khomeini (R.A), Islamic Republic of Iran has got access to atomic energy, which is very essential for Iran’s economy and to achieve a respectable position in the world. During acquisition of atomic energy, Iran has repeatedly assured the world that its atomic program is only meant for peaceful purposes and Iran will use it only for the betterment of humanity. It is therefore necessary for the world powers to accept his historical fact and proceed in developing friendship and trade with the young leadership of Islamic Republic of Iran.

            Presently, the invalid and imperial powers are trying their best to nullify the effects and results of Islamic revolution, but they are still not being able to achieve this objective. Most of the cultural and moral values of people of Islamic Republic of Iran and Pakistan are common. Due to this reason they have a very close tie and one can hope that in future the friendship, Islamic brotherhood and relationship between both countries will increase day by day. Consequently the people of both brother Islamic countries will develop and succeed together.

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Neck and neck contest as ‘heavyweights’ enter in NA 56 arena

Majority of people in Pakistan have keen interest in the politics, in a country where more then 80% portion of front page of newspapers are covered with political news, general elections are around the corner and political activities of political parties are at the extreme, on the whole political talks have become everyone's cup of tea.

Daily the Patriot has conducted a series of surveys in various political constituencies regarding upcoming elections. In this report political scenario of National Assembly seat 56 Rawalpindi is being presented. 457495 is total population in constituency of NA-56 with 231989 registered votes, males 124434 and 107545 females.

Main areas included in Na-56 are Shamsabad, Rehmanabad, Sadiqabad, Chandni Chowk and Commercial Market, and Saidpur Road etc. Statistics showed that people are more educated in this constituency as compare to other parts of the city. People of different tribes, casts and sects are living here and no candidate would get many votes by playing cards of cast or bradari etc.

Main contest is expected between Chief of Pakistan Tehreek-e- Insaaf Imran Khan and prominent leader of Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz, Muhammah Hanf Abbasi. Although Hanif Abbasi won in the general elections of 2008 with huge margin and beat Shiekh Rasheed Ahmed, but PML N would not be able to use Lal Masjad incident, shortage of edible items like sugar and flour, energy crises in this elections campaign as political situation has changed drastically and PTI has emerged as a real threat for the first time since its emergence in politics. PTI also has a political alliance with Chief of PML Awami Sheikh Rashed Ahmed, in NA 56 and NA 55, PTI to support Sheikh Rasheed in NA 55 and Sheik's supporters would support PTI in NA 56. Election Commission of Pakistan has eradicated bogus votes in huge numbers and 37 million new voters also have been registered, PTI claims that large number of new voters would cast votes to PTI.

Scribe found banners, stickers and portraits of leaders belonging to different political parties. Hanif Abbasi was successful to convince Maryam Nawaz to initiate PML N's political campaign in his constituency as she addressed a corner meeting in Sadiqabad couple of days before. PTI Chief Imran Khan inaugurated on Monday PTI's election office which was situated on Murree Road, right in front of the election office of PML N, it was a scene not to miss as passionate workers of both the political parties were enchanting slogans in favor of their parties. A huge public gathering in expected at the end of first week of May in Liaqat Bagh, where Imran Khan and Sheikh Rasheed would address to the residents of Rawalpindi. 

Saeed Ali a resident of NA 56 said that he got his vote registered for the first time and would cast vote to PTI, " It is the fear of PTI that other political parties are running from pillar to post to win seats, which were convinced couple of years before to win comfortably" he added. He said that most of the development work initiated in the last year of the government become possibility because of pressure of PTI. He said that his friends and other residents of his area would go for change this time and PTI would be the solution of all the ills of the country.

A middle aged resident of NA 56 said that Rawalpindi belongs to Muslim League Nawaz and he was much satisfied with the development works of Punjab government, “I would cast my vote for PML N because Hanif Abbasi built two flyovers and a cardiology hospital in my constituency". He maintained.

Mansoor Hussain a student of a University living in Sadiqabad said that PML N was lacking vision and could not set the priority to solve issued faced by the masses." I am a student and electricity breakdown affects my routine and ultimately studies but I am not aware with any project PML N initiated in the last five years, while after 18th amendment provinces could initiate the projects to fulfill energy demand". He said that PTI should be given a chance to run the government as all other political parties had ruled for enough times and had failed to bring stability and prosperity in the country. He said his friends and family members would vote for PTI.

A dejected supporter of PML N said that he was a passionate supporter of PML N but was disappointed when Hanif Abbasi was given ticket to contest elections again, despite his name was in the list of ephedrine scam. He said that either he would not cast his vote or he would compare both the candidates and surely Imran Khan for his welfare works would deserve his vote.

Ilyas Ahmed, a vendor said that no matter what he would vote for PML N, “I am a big fan of PML N, although I like Imran Khan but my vote would be for Nawaz Sharif".

A shopkeeper Ali Khan said that poor sewage system and shortage of water are major issue of the area but last government could not solve these issues. He said that crime rate in NA 56 is much higher as compare to other parts of the city. He said that May 11, date of elections would carry fragnance of change in its air and PTI would win from NA-56 with huge lead.

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