PTI will not support ‘amendments’ come what may: Shandana Gulzar

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Member of National Assembly (MNA) Shandana Gulzar has expressed deep concerns over the recent events unfolding in the country since October 4 and termed the current political scenario as unprecedented for political parties.
At a press conference held at the Peshawar Press Club (PPC) here on Tuesday, She said PTI lawmakers in NA will not support the ‘constitutional package’ come what may.
She pointed out that even prominent politicians like Maulana Fazlur Rehman have opposed the proposed amendments of the PML-N led government, highlighting the widespread discontent.
PTI leader Shandana Gulzar also shared her personal experience, revealing that false accusations led to a terrorism case being filed against her in Punjab on October 4.
“Under the proposed amendments, any civilian in the country can now be tried in a military court,” she claimed and expressed grave concerns about the amendments and the proposed extension of a judge.
She highlighted the courage shown by a young child and the efforts of women assembly members to gather support against the amendments.
PTI lawmakers in the NA will not vote in favor of the amendments under any circumstances, urging the opposition parties to take action if they wish.
“Those who are against Imran Khan are enemies of the country,” she noted and criticized the federal government for denying the right to protest its own people in the country.
During the press conference, the leader of Insaf Lawyers Forum, Moazzam Butt, mentioned that PTI has been facing a challenging trial but remains resilient and warned against the dangers of changing the constitution.
He shared that a writ has been filed in the Peshawar High Court to halt the amendments in the NA and PTI will stand firmly against any changes in the constitution for vested political interests.
Moazzam Butt explained that a two-thirds majority in parliament is needed for constitutional amendments, with Chief Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim and Justice Waqar Ahmed overseeing the matter.
He raised concerns about the alteration of the constitution’s basic structure and questioned the architects behind the amendments, pointing out that the law minister denied involvement in the draft.
In the midst of inflation and unrest, with the courts divided, it is crucial for the country to progress through unity and consensus, he added.