Fawad Chaudhry Calls for Political Resolution to Balochistan Crisis
Key Points:
- Former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry criticized the establishment for failing to resolve the Balochistan crisis, urging it to hand over control to political forces.
- Speaking at the Lahore High Court (LHC), he emphasized that Balochistan has remained outside political control and has instead been under the establishment’s influence for years.
- He urged President Asif Ali Zardari to convene an all-party conference (APC), stressing that PTI founder Imran Khan’s participation was essential for its success.
- Chaudhry called on Nawaz Sharif, Shehbaz Sharif, Zardari, and the opposition leader to take collective responsibility for resolving the crisis, warning that failure to act could worsen the situation.
Legal Proceedings:
- Chaudhry appeared in LHC regarding multiple cases linked to the May 9 riots.
- His lawyers argued that proper legal documents had not been provided, calling it a violation of due process.
- The court issued notices and directed the trial court to submit records by March 20.
Fawad Chaudhry’s remarks underscore the urgency of political intervention in Balochistan, shifting control from the establishment to elected representatives. His push for an inclusive APC reflects growing demands for political consensus on national crises. Meanwhile, his legal battles continue, adding another layer to his political stance.
