The importance of elections in a democracy cannot be denied. The right to vote is a fundamental right given to the people in the Constitution of Pakistan which ensures that the citizens have the right to choose the ruler of their choice.
In fact, elections provide an opportunity for people to participate in the democratic process and elect their leaders. In Pakistan, the Election Commission plays an important role in ensuring free and fair elections. However, recent developments show that the commission has not discharged its constitutional duties properly.
The federal government has refused to release funds to conduct the election and it is being said that security cannot be provided, nor funds can be given. This is a process that has put the integrity of the electoral process at stake.
A recent news report revealed that Federal Minister and Muslim League (N) leader Javed Latif openly opposed the government’s talks with PTI and questioned Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s motives for taking over the government a year ago. The development is a sign of a growing rift within the political establishment.
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s recent comment on the possibility of breaking the constitution if elections are not held on May 14 is also worrying. He has accused General Bajwa of imposing a band of thieves on the government and also said that if the government talks about September and October, there is no need for negotiations.
On the other hand, the government seems to be talking about talks with PTI, the political crisis in Pakistan is not over yet. The country is facing economic and political difficulties, and all stakeholders need to come together and work to solve all the problems.
For the last 75 years, the people suffering from various problems and difficulties are fed up with all the economic problems, unemployment and inflation. The government and the opposition should stop political bickering and focus on solving the problems of the people.
