In a resolute declaration, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) reiterated its stance on Friday, confidently asserting its capability to secure a government mandate at the federal level. Barrister Gohar, representing the PTI, firmly stated that the party stands poised to clinch victory in approximately 150 National Assembly seats, paving the way for an independent governance structure.
Dispelling speculations of potential alliances with traditional rivals, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Barrister Gohar underscored the PTI’s unwavering commitment to independent governance. “We are not in contact with PPP or PML-N,” he affirmed in an exclusive conversation with Geo News.
Asserting the PTI’s dominance, Gohar emphasized the party’s unwavering determination to lead both at the federal level and in the crucial province of Punjab. “We will form the government at the Centre and Punjab,” he reiterated, signaling a clear trajectory for the party’s agenda.
Additionally, Gohar highlighted the PTI’s strong footing in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, confidently stating the party’s forthcoming role in government formation in the region. “PTI will remain in Parliament and will play its role,” he asserted, further solidifying the party’s commitment to governance and parliamentary responsibilities.
Amidst concerns of potential defections and horse-trading, Gohar assured adherence to party directives, particularly among independent candidates affiliated with the PTI. “Independent candidates belong to PTI and asserted they would not join any party against party directives,” he affirmed, underscoring the party’s unity and discipline in the face of political maneuvering.
Meanwhile, in a parallel narrative, PML-N senior leader Ishaq Dar hinted at prospective alignments with independent candidates, citing ongoing communication between the party and victorious independents. However, Dar clarified that such decisions remain voluntary, with candidates expressing willingness to join the PML-N of their own accord.
As the dust settles on the 2024 general elections, Pakistan’s political landscape brims with anticipation, as parties maneuver to consolidate power and forge alliances. Amidst this intricate web of negotiations, the PTI stands resolute, charting its course towards an independent governance paradigm, unyielding in its commitment to serve the nation’s interests.