RAWALPINDI: Former Prime Minister and Muslim League (N) leader, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, expressed disapproval of the current election process, stating that the country cannot function through elections conducted in such a manner. Abbasi raised his concerns during a visit to the anti-corruption office, accompanied by his coordinator.
Addressing the media on Thursday, Abbasi questioned the summons issued to Hafiz Usman, attributing the situation to unclear notices regarding the request for a PML ticket. He highlighted the trend of individuals being summoned by various entities, such as the police, NAB, and anti-corruption, leading to harassment during the election period.
Emphasizing his detachment from the Punjab government, Abbasi drew parallels with past instances during the tenure of the former Chairman of PTI. He stressed the need for a non-controversial election process, expressing dissatisfaction with the current treatment of representatives who are not actively contesting elections.
Abbasi asserted that the country cannot be run through elections marred by controversy. He urged for transparent and non-controversial elections to ensure the smooth functioning of the constitutional process.
Despite his disagreement with the current stance of PML-N, Abbasi clarified that he has been associated with the party for thirty-five years. While acknowledging his lack of contact with Nawaz Sharif since the latter’s return, Abbasi affirmed that he has neither applied for nor contested any election against PML-N.
