ISLAMABAD: On Thursday, the Pakistani Election Commission (ECP) denied a petition to remove Fawad Hassan Fawad from his position as acting federal minister.
Regarding Advocate Syed Azizuddin Kakakhel’s petition, the ECP declared that its decision is reserved.
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The petitioner argued that the minister could affect the results of the general elections in 2024 because of his political affiliation.
The ECP questioned how he can influence the February 8 elections as Fawad Hassan Fawad is a minister for privatisation.
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ECP stated that the petition lacks merit and appears to be driven by personal vendetta.
