ISLAMABAD: Delegation of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf called on Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman and discussed proposed constitutional amendments. Maulana Fazlur Rehman vowed that he will stand by national interests.

Maulana Fazlur Rehman has decided that opposition will draft its own version of constitutional amendments, in response to government's proposed changes. This was revealed during a meeting between Fazlur Rehman and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, according to sources from Express News.

PTI delegation comprising Salman Akram Raja and Akhunzada Hussain while Sunni Ittehad Council Chief Sahibzada Hamid Raza also reached Maulana Fazlur Rehman's residence here. PTI delegation discussed constitutional amendment, Supreme Court Practice and Procedure Act as well as overall political situation.

Speaking to media before meeting, Sahibzada Hamid Raza said that meeting between them and Maulana Fazlur Rehman is scheduled. "We will discuss political issues including constitutional amendments," he added.

Earlier, JUI-F Chief said that proposed constitutional amendments were aimed at 'protecting' government. Addressing presser, Maulana Fazlur Rehman vowed to strive to prevent incorrect decisions or legislation in Parliament.

"JUI-F will not allow any amendments that compromise human rights or undermine judicial system," Fazlur Rehman said. He said that protecting fundamental rights is crucial and Parliament should be involved in this process.

JUI-F Chief said that his party members did not agree with government's proposed draft of constitutional amendments. He also expressed concerns over establishment of constitutional court, citing potential 'mala fide intentions'.

Published in The Daily National Courier, September, 27 2024

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