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Opposition walkouts amid passage of resolution commemorating BB's birthday
KARACHI: The Sindh Assembly on Saturday witnessed a dramatic turn during its budget session as the House passed a resolution commemorating the 72nd birth anniversary of late Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto — the first woman Prime Minister of the Islamic world — amid loud opposition protests and a walkout. The resolution, presented by veteran parliamentarian and PPP Sindh President Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, was moved out of turn with special permission from the Deputy Speaker, Anthony Naveed. This procedural bypass infuriated opposition lawmakers, who erupted in protest, raised slogans, and eventually staged a walkout from the Assembly floor. In response to the uproar, Nisar Khuhro addressed the opposition members directly, saying, 'Even you should feel proud of Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto. By protesting during this resolution, you are only tarnishing your image in the eyes of the people of Sindh. This resolution has been prepared in consultation with Syed Qaim Ali Shah and Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah.' Despite the opposition's absence, the resolution paying tribute to Benazir Bhutto on her birthday was adopted by the House. Later, speaking to the media outside the Assembly, Leader of the Opposition Ali Khursheedi condemned the government's move, calling it a violation of Assembly norms and the Constitution. 'We were told on budget day that no resolutions could be tabled during the budget session. When we tried to bring a resolution in support of Iran, we were denied. But today, the same rules were bent for a political tribute. This selective application of the Constitution is unacceptable,' he said. Khursheedi further remarked, 'Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto is indeed a respected figure for all, but no one — regardless of stature — should be paid homage at the cost of violating the House's procedures during a budget session.' Taking a pointed jab, he added, 'I'm merely reminding history — Nisar Khuhro once distributed sweets upon the martyrdom of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.' In a symbolic show of reverence, the Assembly later hosted a ceremonial celebration for the slain PPP leader's birthday. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
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01-05-2025
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War will be political, military suicide for India: Sharjeel
KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has warned India that if war is imposed on Pakistan, it would amount to political and military suicide for India. He emphasised that Pakistan is a nuclear power, and the nation stands fully prepared to defend its sovereignty. He further stated that Pakistan possesses one of the finest armies, navies, and air forces in the world, and every citizen is ready to protect the motherland. Addressing a press conference, he stated that Pakistan has no connection to the incident in question. He categorically rejected the allegations made by India against Pakistan, stating that Pakistan has consistently condemned all forms of terrorism. He added that the Indian claims regarding the recent incident are unfounded and based on falsehoods. He emphasised that Pakistan has successfully dismantled terrorist networks within its borders, while India itself has been involved in sponsoring terrorism in Pakistan. He further clarified that Pakistan has been a victim of terrorism, with over 70,000 citizens having lost their lives in this ongoing struggle. He stated that Pakistan's martyred leader, Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, was herself a victim of terrorism, and that people of all ages, children, youth, and elders have made immense sacrifices in this fight. He further alleged that India exploited the post-9/11 focus of the international community to wrongfully portray the Kashmiri struggle for self-determination as terrorism. Senior Minister said that India is perpetrating atrocities and oppression against the people of the occupied Kashmir. He said that Kashmiri leaders have been imprisoned on fabricated charges, innocent youth have been martyred, and the population is being suppressed through the use of force. He also accused India of consistently violating United Nations resolutions. Memon said that India resorts to propaganda and deception to mislead the international community and the recent Pahalgam incident is yet another example of this pattern. He emphasised the need for an independent, impartial, and transparent investigation into the incident to ensure that the truth is revealed to the world. He stated that Pakistan is not intimidated by any political manoeuvres of the Modi government, and the presence of an Indian agent like Kulbhushan Jadhav has already exposed India's true face. He described the Pahalgam incident as a complete failure of India's security agencies. Sharjeel said that so-called democratic India has blocked Pakistani media outlets and YouTubers, while Pakistan upholds complete freedom of expression. He further stated that India is already terrorized and its panic is amply reflected. He said that Pakistan is a peaceful country, but it will never compromise over its sovereignty and territorial integrity. He cautioned that if the Indus Waters Treaty was breached, then, as Chairman Bilawal Bhutto has warned, 'If water does not flow in river Indus, blood will flow in it.' He said that Pakistan will respond appropriately to any aggression. Although Pakistan is not weak, it wants peace. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
