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ISLAMABAD: The Chief of  Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) has formed PTI-backed independent candidates to join Sunni Ittehad Council, and MWM.

The Chairman PTI Gohar Khan announced this decision in a press conference.

PTI has decide to made alliance with Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen Pakistan (MWM), but some candidates have reservation to join that party.

Now, the candidates join the MWM and would made alliance with Sunni Ittehad Council in center and Punjab Province.

As per sources, PTI has instructed its candidates to sumbit their document to Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) as soon as possible. The PTI-backed independent candidates would submit their documents to ECP tomorrow.

PTI backed candidates contested the Feb 8 polls as independent candidates, it was necessary to join any party after winning the elections and made alliances to form government.

ISLAMABAD, FEB 19 (DNA) – Niaz Support, a social enterprise providing customized wheelchairs and employment opportunities for persons with disabilities, hosted its first ever global outreach meeting on February 18, 2024 via Zoom, successfully connecting Honorary Ambassadors from nine countries.

Chaired by Honorary Director of Global Outreach, Mr. Aamir Nanawati, the virtual summit served as a platform to discuss strategies for expanding the organization’s impact and mobilizing more people to support their mission.

The collaborative session, leveraging the power of technology, focused on increasing the awareness, expanding the ambassador network and scaling sustainable employment opportunities.

The meeting was bolstered by the active participation of Honorary Ambassadors from diverse regions. Leading the charge from Pakistan were Fatima Mudassir and Zaigham Hamid, while Lubna Budhwani and Sehar Khemani represented the efforts in the USA. Shamaeela Butt championed the cause in Canada, while Awais Rafiq and Munira Raheem brought their perspectives from Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, respectively.

Imran Amjad ensured East Africa had a voice at the table, and Hussnain Tariq amplified the impact in the UAE. This dedicated group of individuals, representing various nationalities and backgrounds, came together virtually to strategize and elevate Niaz Support’s mission on a global scale.

Aamir Nanawati, the Honorary Director of Global Outreach, expressed his enthusiasm for the summit’s outcome: “I am incredibly honored to lead this talented team of Honorary Ambassadors and collaborate with such passionate individuals around the world.

 This meeting has been a crucial stepping stone in solidifying our global network and forging a united front to empower persons with disabilities. The shared insights and strategies discussed will undoubtedly propel Niaz Support’s reach and impact to new heights, and I am excited to witness the positive change we can collectively create.”

Founder of Niaz Support, Hussain Odhwani, expressed his deep gratitude to the Honorary Ambassadors: “The growth of Niaz Support has been incredible! We’re delighted to see it reach this level in just over a year. Thank you to our dedicated ambassadors and incredible supporters.

 This global meeting, bridging borders through technology, marks a pivotal step in our journey to empower more people with disabilities in Pakistan.” Niaz Support’s customized wheelchairs provide mobility and independence to individuals who lack access to standard options.

By integrating people with disabilities into the manufacturing process, the organization not only fulfills a critical need but also fosters meaningful employment and social inclusion.

This impactful virtual summit signifies Niaz Support’s commitment to scaling its reach and creating a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of ability.

• Omar calls rigging against PTI ‘mother of all rigging’
• Vows PTI to form govts in Centre, provinces
• PTI won 180 NA seats, ECP should notified them: Gohar
• Laments PTI’s victory diluted in Punjab, eradicated in Sindh fraudulently
• Says not demanding CJP resignation but inquiry must into commissioner’s allegations

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) demanded that an independent and empowered judicial commission should be instantly formed to probe the polls rigging allegations made by Liaquat Ali Chatha, former commissioner of Rawalpindi so as to punish the real characters involved in the historic electoral heist, ‘which is mother of all riggings’.

Addressing a press conference here on Sunday, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan and PTI Secretary General Omar Ayub Khan, who was the party’s nominee for prime minister-post, demanded formation of a powerful judicial commission to investigate the polls robbery and the results of the inquiry should be shared with the public.

Speaking on the occasion, Omar Ayub Khan dubbed the rigging against his party “the mother of all rigging”. He said that PTI rejected this mega poll fraud in the strongest possible terms because the nation’s mandate was pilfered, which they given to their beloved leader PTI Chairman-for-life Imran Khan and PTI.

He called upon that there should be a judicial inquiry with independent judges and those named by the Pindi commissioner should not be part of the probe commission so as to ensure conducting a fair and transparent inquire in this regard.

Omar Ayub stated that since the top judge had been named by the commissioner, the party would request that he should not become a part of the bench.

He stressed that PTI was not demanding the annulment of the recent general elections but wanted the real mandate to be recognized, adding that the results of the February 8 polls should reflect the actual votes cast by the people.

PTI Secretary General further stated that all political parties including JUI-F, GDA and theirs declared the polls the most rigged elections, which was rigged to benefit PML-N, PPP and MQM.

Omar Ayub demanded that the party’s candidate should be notified on the original results as per form-45 forthwith and this process should be reversed by declaring PTI’s candidates as returned candidates.

He said that Commissioner Rawalpindi publically confessed of overturning winners with 70,000 vote lead into losers in Rawalpindi division by putting fake stamps, adding that the commissioner was a very important position; hence his confession was a testimony and endorsement of PTI’s stance regarding mega polls robbery in the general elections across the country to deprive people of their real mandate.

PTI Secretary General said that about 18 to 19 seats MQM have stolen in Karachi and several seats were snatched away from PTI in Peshawar as well as in Balochistan.

Similarly, he stated that PTI emerged as a lead political force in Punjab but its overwhelming majority was converted into minority through midnight polls robbery.

Therefore, he vowed that PTI would form government in the center and provinces because they had won 180 seats in the elections, which was historic victory, as about 30 million votes were polled to PTI’s affiliated candidates despite snatching iconic electoral bat symbol and facing all coercion and fascism. “I am grateful to PTI Founding Chairman and the party for the truth to nominate me for PM role,” he said.

Omar Ayub said that for past 10 months, PTI workers were harassed by the police, put against the wall and fake and frivolous cases were slammed against them to coercive them to leave their leader and PTI but all these coercive measures fell flat and PTI roared back with more strongly with the support of their workers, activists and the entire nation who stood firmly with the ideology of their beloved leader Imran Khan despite all odds because they believed that only he could pull the country out of the prevailing quagmire.

He lamented that even now, police were picking up their workers and leaders and pressuring them to change their loyalties, adding that this was not the job of any caretaker setup but unfortunately they exceeded their mandate.

However, PTI’s PM-post contender vowed that after forming government in the center, there first objective would be to ensure instantly released of their beloved leader Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi, PTI Vice Chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi, PTI President Pervez Elahi, courageous women leaders and brave party’s activists from incarceration.

About JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s statement, PTI Secretary General said that JUI-F chief endorsed Imran Khan’s stance regarding conspiracy of no-confidence motion, which ruined the country.

Omar Ayub said that during PTI regime, the country economy was thriving at growth rate was 6 percent, which was reduced to zero after regime change conspiracy.

Similarly, he recalled that after ousting PTI government, the economy was nosedived, triggering back-breaking inflation, besides horrifyingly increasing power tariff, compounding the inflation-weary people miseries. 

Speaking on the occasion, Barrister Gohar Khan said that PTI had won 180 seats in the National Assembly, and demanded that all 180 candidates be issued notifications by the Election Commission of Pakistan.

He stated that people cast their vote in favour of Imran Khan even though the party faced many obstacles. Giving a breakdown of the seats, PTI Chairman pointed out that the party actually won 115 in Punjab, 16 in Sindh, 42 in KP and four in Balochistan.

“In Balochistan we got one seat, three are due. In Sindh, we did not get even a single one. In Punjab, we are due around 50,” he added. PTI Chairman said that PTI’s victory in Punjab was diluted, while it was eradicated in Sindh and decreased in Balochistan.

Gohar made it clear that this was the first time that a commissioner delivers a press conference according to his conscience, adding that a judicial commission should be formed to investigate the claims of rigged election results and share the probe report with the nation.

PTI Chairman categorically stated: “We are not demanding the Chief Justice of Pakistan’s (CJP) resignation but a judicial inquiry must be held on the commissioner’s allegations to unmask the real orchestrators of polls robbery. 

By Faisal Munir / DNA

ATTOCK: Ambassador of Austrian to Pakistan Mrs Andrea Wicke visit to a Private College in Pindi Gheb Campus. The purpose of the visit was to provide opportunities to the talented students to pursue higher education in Austria on the basis of scholarship.

Malik Muhammad Ali Khan of Kot Fateh Khan, Director of Punjab College Khizr Abbas and Principal of the College Ehsan Danish welcomed the Ambassador of Austria and made her visit different parts of the institution. Ambassador Wicke met with a diverse group of students, each demonstrating an impressive understanding of their respective fields. Their proficiency in both theoretical concepts and practical applications left a lasting impression on the Ambassador. During his visit, he appreciated the facilities of the college and distributed prizes to students who excelled in various curricular and co-curricular activities.

Austrian Ambassador address to the college community, she commended the students for their dedication and commitment to their studies. I am impressed with the quality of education imparted in this college. The students are well-rounded and have a strong understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of their studies She added.

Mrs Andrea Wicke said that It is truly inspiring to see the level of understanding and passion displayed by the students here Their ability to grasp complex theories and apply them in practice is indicative of the high-quality education they are receiving.  Austria Ambassador  visit to the Punjab college in Pindi Gheb has sparked interest in promoting educational cooperation between Austria and Pakistan. She expressed his desire to facilitate cooperation between Austrian and Pakistani educational institutions for the purpose of promoting educational and cultural exchanges. I believe that strong educational partnerships can greatly benefit both our nations Austrian Ambassador stated. By sharing knowledge, resources, and best practices, we can help shape a brighter future for our students and our societies she added.

Ambassador Wicke said that as Punjab College Pindi Gheb students continue to strive for excellence, they look forward to opportunities to enrich their educational journey through international partnerships and exchanges.

During the visit, Ambassador of Austria, Mrs. Andrea Vicky, also announced the appointment of Mah Noor Sohail, a talented student who topped the medical field in the institution, as a one-day ambassador to the Austrian Embassy, while seeing the performance of the institution, in the educational institutions of Austria. He also assured to provide opportunities for higher education to talented students on the basis of scholarship.

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Muhammad Faisal Munir – Correspondent

Daily Islambad Post & DNA

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ISLAMABAD, Feb 18 (APP/DNA):The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has notified the winners for 36 National Assembly seats in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).

The ECP, in a notification issued here, has asked the returned candidates to affiliate with a political party of their choice within the next three days.

Among the declared victors are Sibghatullah from NA-4 Upper Dir, Gohar Ali Khan from NA-10 Buner, and Umar Ayub from NA-18 Haripur.

The notification affirmed Asad Qaiser’s success in NA-19 Swabi and Shandana Gulzar’s victory in NA-30 Peshawar.

Shehryar Afridi clinched victory in NA-35 Kohat, while Sher Afzal Marwat secured success in NA-41 Lakky Marwat.

Additionally, the notification underscored the victories of a member each from the Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N), Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), and MWM in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).

The province contributed 45 seats to the National Assembly, including 10 reserved for women.

ISLAMABAD: PTI wants judicial commission to probe claims by Rawalpindi commissioner, says Gohar Khan Says inquiry report should be shared with the people; Omar Ayub asserts PTI will form govts in Centre and provinces.