Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Junaid Akbar has stepped down from his role as Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). His resignation adds momentum to PTI’s wider decision to exit parliamentary committees.
According to party sources, Junaid Akbar submitted his resignation to Chief Whip Aamir Dogar. Before leaving office, he held a farewell meeting with PAC staff and thanked them for their support throughout his tenure. His move marks another significant change in the political landscape.
Reports suggest that Aamir Dogar will gather all PTI lawmakers’ resignations from committees and forward them to the Speaker of the National Assembly. This process reflects the party’s unified strategy, as instructed by its leadership.
The decision follows an earlier resignation by PTI member Sanaullah Masti Khel, who also quit the PAC. He had stated that all PTI representatives would resign collectively, signaling a coordinated withdrawal.
PTI has formally announced that it will not remain part of any parliamentary committees. The step highlights growing political tensions and reflects the party’s protest approach within the legislature. Withdrawing from these key platforms means the party will no longer participate in committee-level oversight and lawmaking processes.
The Public Accounts Committee is one of the most important parliamentary bodies, responsible for financial accountability and reviewing government spending. A resignation from its chairmanship underscores the seriousness of PTI’s stance.
Political analysts note that this collective withdrawal could affect parliamentary proceedings and weaken opposition input in committee work. However, PTI maintains that its decision aligns with party policy and broader directives from leadership.
The resignation of Junaid Akbar as Public Accounts Committee Chairman has therefore become a central development in Pakistan’s current political discourse. It not only reflects PTI’s strategy but also raises questions about how parliament will manage without the participation of one of its largest parties.
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