Parliament Should Take Precedence, Election Process Must Be Clean and Transparent: Raja Pervez Ashraf
Mian Nadeem
Published October 29, 2026 | 09:45 PM
The Leader of the Opposition, Raja Pervez Ashraf, called for respecting and strengthening Parliament, urging all political parties to collaborate within the house to improve it.
He stated that the PPP Chairman, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, had proposed an election process within Parliament that would be free from objections. According to Mr. Ashraf, it was emphasized that Parliament should be given priority and transparent elections are essential for this.
He noted that the Leader of the Opposition had advocated for respecting Parliament and making it more powerful, with all political parties working together within the house. He suggested that all parties join the Electoral Reforms Committee and present their proposals, emphasizing the importance of the voter's right and Parliament's respect.
The opposition expressed their willingness to respond after mutual consultation.
Ashraf expressed hope that the opposition would participate actively in the Electoral Reforms Committee after consultations, which would strengthen democracy, the Election Commission, and Parliament. He highlighted the crucial role of Parliament as the seat of wisdom for 250 million people, encouraging everyone to contribute to its strengthening.
He mentioned that Achakzai Sahib had consistently supported strengthening Parliament, and they had met to discuss the matter. He proposed forming an Electoral Reforms Committee to establish a system that facilitates clean and transparent elections.
Raja Pervez Ashraf encouraged all parties to sit together and discuss all points, emphasizing the importance of dialogue in politics. He stated, "We are democratic people, and we have only one way forward; therefore, we are trying to bring improvement through dialogue."