Peshawar, The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan assemblies are scheduled to convene sessions on Wednesday for the oath-taking ceremony of the newly elected Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs). These sessions, called by the respective governors of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, mark a significant step in the democratic process following the recent elections.
According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly session, summoned by Governor Haji Ghulam Ali, is set to begin at 11:00 AM. This session will witness the swearing-in of the province’s newly elected representatives, initiating their terms in office.
Similarly, the Balochistan Assembly is also scheduled to hold its session on Wednesday for the oath-taking of its newly elected MPAs. These ceremonies are crucial for the commencement of the legislative duties of the new assembly members in both provinces.
The convening of these sessions underscores the transition of legislative power and the continuation of the democratic process in Pakistan’s provincial assemblies. It sets the stage for the new MPAs to undertake their responsibilities in representing the interests of their constituents and contributing to the governance and development of their respective provinces.
Lahore, In a historic moment for Punjab, Maryam Nawaz was sworn in as the first-ever female Chief Minister of the province at a ceremony held at the Governor’s House in Lahore. Punjab Governor Muhammad Baligh-ur-Rehman administered the oath in the presence of notable political figures, including Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) founder Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, PML-N President Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, members of the Punjab Assembly, and a significant gathering of party leaders and workers.
According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Maryam Nawaz’s election as Chief Minister marks a significant milestone in the province’s political landscape. The election, which took place during a session of the provincial assembly in Lahore, saw Maryam Nawaz secure two hundred twenty votes, firmly establishing her leadership within the region. Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan announced the results, following an electoral process that faced a boycott from the Sunni Ittehad Council and its candidate Rana Aftab Ahmad Khan.
In her address to the assembly after her victory, the newly elected Chief Minister outlined her vision for Punjab, emphasizing her commitment to serving all residents of the province regardless of party lines. She pledged to keep the doors of her office open to opposition members and expressed gratitude towards the PML-N leadership and allied parties for their support. Maryam Nawaz stressed her desire to transform Punjab into a thriving business hub, highlighting her approach to governance free from the spirit of vendetta against political rivals.
Maryam Nawaz’s ascension to this pivotal role represents a groundbreaking development in the political dynamics of Punjab, signaling a new era of leadership and vision for the province’s future.