In a surprising turn of events, Ameer Jamaat-e-Islami Karachi, Hafiz Naeemur Rehman, made a bold announcement on Monday, withdrawing from his provincial assembly seat PS-129 (Karachi).
His decision stemmed from a recognition of the undeniable reality: the PTI-backed independent candidate had secured more votes than him. Addressing the media, Naeemur Rehman didn’t mince his words, stating firmly that they were being handed the seat as charity, alluding to the prevalent rigging in the recent elections.
“Worst rigging was made in recent elections,” he asserted, voicing his party’s reservations over the results, which, he claimed, were marred by manipulation and unfair allocation of seats. Expressing concerns over the integrity of the electoral process, Naeemur Rehman called upon the Election Commission of Pakistan to release results as per Form-45, urging for transparency and fairness. His principled stance was not just a political maneuver but a demonstration of moral courage and commitment to democratic values.
“We don’t want a seat in charity. We want our right,” he declared emphatically, underscoring his belief in upholding the democratic rights of the people of Karachi. Despite facing defeat, he remained resolute, vowing to continue the fight for justice and fairness through peaceful means.
Naeemur Rehman’s decision didn’t go unnoticed. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) expressed its appreciation for his integrity and honesty in a statement. Recognizing the significance of his actions, PTI lauded Naeemur Rehman’s decision to forfeit his seat, emphasizing the importance of such honesty in politics.
“PTI highly appreciates this decision and expects similar honesty from other political candidates,” the statement read, echoing the sentiment that democracy thrives on transparency and accountability.
Naeemur Rehman’s principled stand not only earned him respect from across the political spectrum but also served as a reminder of the enduring values that underpin democracy.
As calls for electoral reform reverberated, his actions sparked a broader conversation about the need for greater transparency and fairness in the electoral process, reaffirming the belief that democracy can only flourish when built on the foundation of integrity and honesty.
