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Asad Qaiser Alleges Rs 20.20 Crore Bribe Offers to PTI MNAs Over Constitutional Amendments
Asad Qaiser revealed that Rs 20.20 crore in bribes were offered to PTI MNAs for constitutional amendments, vowing no member would yield to pressure.
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by News Desk
2024-10-11
Asad Qaiser Alleges Rs 20.20 Crore Bribe Offers to PTI MNAs Over Constitutional Amendments

PTI leader and former Speaker of the National Assembly Asad Qaiser has alleged that bribes amounting to Rs 20.20 crores have been offered to PTI Members of the National Assembly (MNAs) in exchange for support on proposed constitutional amendments.

 

Speaking to the media in Peshawar, Qaiser disclosed that the government is planning to push through constitutional changes on the 17th or 18th of this month. He expressed concerns that the government would aggressively impose its legislative agenda, forcing the approval of these amendments without proper debate or consideration.

 

“Our MNAs are being pressured, and offers of Rs 20.20 crores are being made to buy their support,” Qaiser said. However, he reassured that PTI members would not succumb to any form of bribery or coercion.

 

Stance Against Judicial Interference

Asad Qaiser also highlighted concerns over potential attacks on the judiciary through these constitutional amendments. He called on bar associations across the country to unite and protect the independence of the judiciary. “We will not allow any attacks on the judiciary,” Qaiser asserted, emphasizing that this was a pivotal moment for Pakistan’s democratic institutions.

 

He further condemned the use of force and coercion in resolving political conflicts, stressing that dialogue and negotiations should be the primary tools for addressing disputes. “The provincial government has the privilege to negotiate with Mohsin Naqvi. Conflicts are not resolved with guns and force,” Qaiser said, criticizing the heavy-handed approach taken by the government in recent political confrontations.

 

Concerns Over KP and Tribal Districts

Expressing frustration over the situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Qaiser voiced his disappointment regarding the closure of KP House and the ongoing neglect of the province’s rights. He lamented that promises made to the people of the tribal districts have not been fulfilled, adding to the grievances of the region’s population.

 

“The province and its people are not being given their due rights, and this is a very sad reality,” Qaiser remarked, calling for the federal government to honor its commitments and support the people of KP.

 

Political Tensions Rise

These revelations come at a time of heightened political tension in Pakistan, with the government and opposition locked in a struggle over key legislative reforms. The alleged bribery offers further fuel accusations of corruption and backdoor deals within the political system, raising questions about the transparency of the government’s legislative process.

 

PTI continues to maintain a strong stance against any constitutional changes that undermine the judiciary or violate democratic norms. With the proposed amendments set to be presented in the coming days, the political battle between the government and opposition shows no signs of cooling down.
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