JI dismisses alliance with PTI; calls sit-in against election fraud

ISLAMABAD: In a recent development, of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Deputy Emir and President of the Standing Committee of the Central Majlis Shura for Political and Electoral Affairs, Liaqat Baloch, disclosed that discussions were held between JI and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders post the February 8, 2024 elections.

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Following these talks, JI proposed a collaborative approach to navigate the evolving political landscape. Baloch highlighted the importance of addressing concerns regarding the electoral process, emphasising the need for safeguarding democracy against manipulation and ensuring respect for the public mandate.

However, despite initial discussions indicating a willingness for cooperation, PTI’s revised stance, limiting collaboration to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region, prompted JI to reconsider its position.

On the other hand, PTI leader Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif said that alliance with JI would be of no use as the party did not have any representation in the provincial assembly.

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Meanwhile, JI announced plans for a sit-in protest in Islamabad on Friday, denouncing election rigging and demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner. JI Spokesperson Qaiser Sharif asserted that despite peaceful elections, widespread irregularities tainted the results, raising concerns about the integrity of the electoral process.

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Sharif criticised the ECP for its purported inaction and called for the establishment of a judicial commission under the Chief Justice to investigate allegations of rigging. He underscored JI resolve to uphold its electoral rights, vowing to explore all constitutional and legal avenues to address grievances.

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