Supreme Court Affirms PTIs Status as Legitimate Political Party

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is a legitimate political party eligible for reserved seats. This decision comes in a detailed 70-page judgment by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, following concerns raised by National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq. Sadiq had previously informed the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) that the court’s July 12 order was difficult to implement due to recent amendments to the Election Act of 2017.

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These amendments affect how independent candidates are declared and the permanence of joining a political party. The Supreme Court’s ruling allows PTI to regain its position in the assemblies after being excluded from the February 8 elections. This development is significant for PTI, reinforcing its political status amidst ongoing legal and electoral challenges.