Tag: Political Future
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The Meltdown
Pakistan’s political landscape is in turmoil, with the proposed “constitution package” sparking intense controversy. What was initially presented as an effort to resolve constitutional ambiguities has instead exposed deep political divisions and power struggles. According to Dawn News, the amendment is currently shelved, with the Law Minister suggesting it requires revisions based on feedback from…
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No Winter Lasts Forever, No Spring Even Skips Its Turn
Sometimes when you are in a dark place you think you have been buried, but actually, you have been planted. Ch. Pervaiz Elahi joins his family finally, having spent almost eight and a half months in different jails. He was incarcerated for far too long. There has been a long chain of very disturbing events…
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The Future of Political Parties in Pakistan-Sans Democracy
The prevailing state of political parties in Pakistan is characterized by a notable absence of democratic principles within their structures. With the exception of Jamat-e-Islami, there is a glaring disregard for democratic norms within party hierarchies. I have consistently emphasized, both on screen and in my articles, the imperative necessity of limiting individuals’ tenure within…