Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Shahbaz Sharif on Wednesday said ‘march drama’ was being enacted to delay the general elections.
Talking to parliamentarians belonging to various districts, Sharif said democracy was restored in the country after a long struggle and sacrifices by all segments of the society.
“But a few imported politicians are now trying to derail the democratic process,” he said.
He said people were fully aware of the nefarious designs of such elements as they had an imported agenda and their efforts would be foiled.
The CM said holding of free, fair and timely general elections was highly essential for the solidarity and security of the country.
“Any delay could be disastrous. The country is facing serious problems internally and externally, and it cannot afford anarchy. Imported elements want to create chaos in Pakistan but Nawaz League, with the support of the people, would foil this conspiracy,” he said.
Sharif said the country was passing through a critical phase and was confronted with problems like terrorism, load shedding, unemployment and lack of education. These problems can only be solved through general elections.
He said incompetent rulers of Islamabad resorted to loot and plunder in the country.
“The incompetent rulers of Islamabad have pushed the country 50 years into the past. During their five-year-long rule, Zar Baba and Forty Thieves have filled their own pockets but people have been deprived of gas, electricity, health and educational facilities,” he said.
“The corrupt rulers have deprived people of basic amenities through their poor governance. People want to get rid of Zar Baba and Forty Thieves and would bury corruption in the general elections through the power of their votes. I believe that an honest and dedicated leadership would emerge as a result of these general elections,” he said.
The CM said PML-N had promoted a culture of transparency and merit in the province and had set an example for the other provinces.
He said PML-N had acquired massive success in the by-elections due to its good governance and service to the people.
“PML-N is equally popular in all four provinces. The opponents of PML-N are afraid of its increasing popularity and are looking for excuses to escape the general elections.
However, those conspiring against democracy would be defeated,” he said.
