MQM-P Leadership Says Constitutional Provision Invokes Creation of New Provinces

MQM-P leadership says constitutional provision invokes creation of new provinces

The top leadership of the federal coalition partner Muttahida Qaumi Movement–Pakistan (MQM-P) pointed out on Thursday that constitutional provisions require the creation of new provinces after certain conditions are met, as politicking heats up ahead of a possible 28th constitutional amendment. The party claimed on Monday that its proposed constitutional amendment, aimed at empowering local governments, would now be advanced as the 28th amendmen…

MQM-P pushes constitutional demand for new provinces

The top leadership of the federal coalition partner Muttahida Qaumi Movement–Pakistan (MQM-P) reiterated on Thursday that the Constitution itself calls for the creation of new provinces when specific conditions are met, a stance highlighted as political activity accelerates ahead of a potential 28th constitutional amendment. Earlier this week, the party asserted that its proposed constitutional amendment aimed at strengthening local governments …