The PTI (Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf) shared its plans for the next elections, proposing changes in how the country’s leader is selected. Instead of the National Assembly members choosing the Prime Minister, the PTI suggests that the people should directly elect the country’s premier.
Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, the PTI chairman, presented the party’s manifesto named ‘Shandaar Pakistan, Shandaar Mustaqbil aur Kharaab Maazi sey Chutkara’ (Glorious Pakistan, Glorious Future, and Liberation from the Unpleasant Past) during a press conference in Islamabad. According to him, if the PTI comes to power, they will reduce the term of assemblies from five years to four and that of the Senate from six years to five. Additionally, they propose a process for 50% of senators to be elected directly by the people.
The manifesto also includes the establishment of a truth and reconciliation commission. Gohar emphasized the PTI’s commitment to bringing change and building a glorious future for the country.
He stated that the PTI’s vision is ‘one nation, one law, and equality for all,’ with a focus on implementing laws inspired by the ‘Riyasat-e-Madina’ (State of Madina). The party aims to reform the legal system, protect fundamental rights, and introduce a new investigative system.
Gohar discussed the need to eliminate corruption and promised stricter measures to address the issue. The PTI’s social sector reforms include delivering health cards nationwide, providing subsidies to farmers, and prioritizing education and skills development for the youth.
On the economic front, Gohar outlined the PTI’s plans to make the State Bank of Pakistan independent, expand the tax net, create tax brackets for public and corporate relief, and boost local industries for development.
In terms of foreign policy, Gohar emphasized the importance of equal relations with all countries and the principle of non-interference in Pakistan’s internal affairs.
Gohar also expressed concerns about alleged injustices faced by the PTI, including the appointment of Imran Khan’s lawyers by judges who had previously represented the prosecution. He called this an “illegal act” and urged the chief justice of Pakistan to intervene.
Moreover, Gohar lamented the harassment of PTI candidates and urged the Election Commission of Pakistan to ensure equal rights for all parties and candidates. Despite being the country’s largest political party, Gohar claimed that the PTI was facing obstacles in campaigning for the upcoming polls.