The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has lost its parliamentary presence in the National Assembly after an update in party positions. Speaker Ayaz Sadiq announced that 80 former PTI members, who had initially been elected as independents, have now joined the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC). This move comes after the recent amendments in the Election Act, which restricted independent members from switching parties post-election. With the PTI’s departure, the PML-N now holds the largest share with 110 seats, followed by the PPP with 69, further reshaping the country’s political dynamics.
This development marks a significant realignment in Pakistan's political landscape, with the PTI no longer having a formal representation in the lower house of Parliament. The shift follows months of legal challenges and electoral adjustments, further diminishing the influence of former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party within the legislative framework. Many speculate that this change could lead to further fragmentation of the PTI’s voter base and impact future elections.
The Sunni Ittehad Council’s growing presence, coupled with the strengthened position of the PML-N, suggests a reconfiguration of political alliances, setting the stage for new power dynamics ahead of the next general elections.
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