Both parties strongly opposed the proposed constitutional amendment


Lahore: Former president Dr Arif Alvi and Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman condemned the constitutional amendment proposed by government.
They strongly opposed the proposed constitutional amendment, calling it an attempt to undermine the Constitution.
Talking to media in Lahore, Dr Alvi and Hafiz Naeem blasted the amendment and said that this was not just a bill but an attempt to bury the constitution.
Dr Alvi expressed gratitude to Maulana Fazlur Rehman for blocking the amendment, demanding transparency and insisting that the draft be made public.
Alvi further asserted that the current government lacks popular support and is attempting to dangerously change the constitution. "Many issues in Pakistan are escalating, and this amendment will only worsen the situation," he forewarned.
Repeating Alvi's concerns, Hafiz Naeemur Rehman declared that Jamaat-e-Islami would oppose the amendment under any circumstances. "This is not about negotiating aid; it's about protecting the constitution of Pakistan," he emphasised, noting that the Chief Justice's tenure is nearing its end.
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Rehman also alleged that many officials hold questionable credentials, pointing to Form 47 parliamentarians. He warned that if the constitution is upheld, numerous parliamentarians could be dismissed. "If all parties adhere to the constitution, they will be safeguarded; otherwise, they will face the consequences later," Rehman asserted.
He also stressed that all political parties have the right to hold rallies in Lahore and Islamabad.
Earlier, Dr Arif Alvi visited Jamaat-e-Islami’s headquarters, Mansoorah, in Lahore, where he was warmly welcomed. The leaders discussed the country’s overall political situation and the proposed constitutional amendment.
JI's Deputy Emir Liaquat Baloch, spokesperson Qaiser Sharif, and other key leaders were also present at the meeting.
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