By Fazal Khaliq
SWAT: In a significant political development, the leaders of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Swat Chapter have announced their unwavering backing for Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-(F) candidate Sanaullah Khan in the upcoming elections for constituency PK-5 Swat.
This declaration of support was made during a press conference held at the Swat Press Club on Monday. The event witnessed the presence of key figures from both PPP and JUI, including PPP Divisional President Malak Akram Khan, PPP Upper Swat President Shahi Khan, District General Secretary Iqbal Hussain Baley, and Haider Ali Khan. Additionally, District Amir JUI, Qari Fathatullah, and the PK-5 candidate, Sanaullah Khan, represented JUI in this alliance.
During the press conference, PPP Divisional President Malik Akram Khan formally announced the party’s unconditional support for JUI candidate Sanaullah in the PK-5 constituency. This move comes as a result of the PPP’s decision not to field a candidate in PK-5, with the authority delegated by central and provincial PPP leadership to the district level for candidate selection.
Addressing the media, PPP district general secretary Iqbal Hussain emphasized that the absence of a PPP candidate in PK-5 paved the way for their support of Sanaullah Khan. He reiterated that this decision aligns with the directives of PPP’s central and provincial leadership.
Expressing gratitude for the support extended by PPP leaders and workers, District Amir JUI Qari Fathatullah and PK-5 candidate Sanaullah Khan underscored JUI’s commitment to the constituency’s development. They highlighted JUI’s proactive initiatives in addressing public issues and undertaking developmental projects, even without holding elected office.
Furthermore, they criticized the previous nine years of the PTI rule in KP, attributing it to widespread destruction and alleged mismanagement of public resources. They accused PTI representatives of failing to address public concerns effectively and, instead, being involved in corruption scandals related to developmental projects.
The alliance between the PPP Swat Chapter and JUI-F in support of Sanaullah Khan for the PK-5 constituency reflects a strategic political move aimed at securing electoral success in the region.
With both parties vowing to prioritize public welfare and development, the upcoming elections in PK-5 Swat promise to be fiercely contested, with implications for the broader political landscape in the region.
