MQM-P leader Farooq Sattar has declared that the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) will not hesitate to resign from its National Assembly seats or join the opposition benches if its demands are not met. Speaking at a press conference in Karachi, Sattar criticized statements by PML-N leaders Rana Sanaullah and Khawaja Asif, who claimed they had no involvement in the removal of the MQM's governor.
Return of Governorship Demanded
Sattar demanded the restoration of the governorship, questioning whether the step was taken to appease certain elements. He emphasized that the party has submitted names of its missing workers to the relevant authorities and expects action.
Administrative Status for Karachi
The MQM-P leader reiterated the demand for Karachi to be declared a separate administrative unit and placed under federal control. He stated that the time has come to bring citizens onto the streets to protest the current situation. Sattar alleged that an extraconstitutional government is being run in Sindh, undermining the federation.
Appeal to Prime Minister
Farooq Sattar appealed to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to visit Karachi and urged the federal government to play its constitutional role. He also mentioned a grant of Rs570 million approved for the restoration of infrastructure in small industrial estates.
Background
The MQM-P has been vocal about its grievances, including the removal of its governor and the lack of progress on missing workers. The party holds several NA seats and could impact government stability if it decides to resign or move to the opposition.
