Solutions

Published August 27, 2014

TO reconcile incompatible demands of competing parties, the following solutions are suggested:

First, resignation of Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif to pacify the disgruntled and disillusioned crowd situated at D Chowk.

Second, all culprits of the Model Town massacre be brought to book with registration of FIR.

Third, a plebiscite on the country’s future system of government be held in all provinces and both houses of parliament whereby Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif could secure a vote of confidence and assert himself as an elected prime minister.

Fourth, a referendum be held by the ruling government to poll public opinion to ensure whether it is against the government or in its favour.

Fifth, re-elections be held in all constituencies where rigging has allegedly taken place.

Sixth, a neutral and honest election commission be formed with the concurrence of the PAT and the PTI to ensure its credibility and efficiency.

Afzal Khan
Former PSP Officer
Islamabad

Published in Dawn, August 27th, 2014

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