Faisalabad, In a significant development in the political landscape of NA 97 constituency, a coalition of social personalities, community leaders, and legal experts have announced their support for Humayun Akhtar Khan, the Senior Vice President of the Stability Pakistan Party. This backing also extends to Sardar Sikandar Hayat Jatoi and Rana Naeem, the party’s candidates for the provincial constituencies PP 102 and 103.
According to Istehkam-e-Pakistan, the decision was revealed during a series of meetings between Humayun Akhtar Khan and influential figures such as Rai Jafar Ali Numdar, Rai Idris, Rai Ali Ahmed, Imdad Ali, Rai Mohammad Ashraf, Akhtar Ali Baloch, and several advocates including Nasir Iqbal Kutchi, Muhammad Wasif Hashmi, Mian Wilayat Hussain, Asghar Khan Kutchi, Rana Muhammad Aslam, and Rana Mudassar. These discussions focused on the current political situation, the election campaign, and strategies for polling day.
During these meetings, Humayun Akhtar Khan emphasized the underdevelopment of the area, expressing his commitment to improving the region through a practical manifesto. Khan, who has previously served as a member of parliament and in federal ministries, highlighted his history of not deceiving the public, a factor he credits for his repeated electoral successes. He criticized the long-term representatives of the area for their failure to address the poor conditions and the lack of basic amenities such as clean drinking water, health, and education facilities.
Khan outlined his vision for the constituency, which includes plans for quality education and healthcare at the Union Council level, the establishment of water filtration plants, higher education initiatives for youth, and the creation of IT institutes. Furthermore, he detailed proposals to support farmers, such as setting up warehouses, transitioning agricultural tubewells to solar power, and establishing fair price shops. Plans for an industrial zone along the M3 were also mentioned.
The press release concluded with a critique of the opposition, noting their inability to present a manifesto or showcase any significant achievements beyond securing contracts and commissions. The emphasis was on the need for tangible performance rather than mere claims.