SARGODHA: Chaudhry Hamid Hameed, two-time PML-N MNA, has decided to contest the NA-84 election as an independent along with a panel of two seats of the provincial assembly (falling under NA-84) after denial of ticket by the party.

He made the announcement after consulting his political supporters. His close circles alleged that Mian Nawaz Sharif was angry with him as he had not voted in favour of former army chief General Bajwa when a bill was move for his extension.

As per announcement of party tickets by the PML-N, there was no sign of seat adjustment with the IPP and JUI and almost all former MNAs and MPAs were granted party tickets except for NA-84 (Sargodha city and suburbs) where former MNA Chaudhry Hamid Hameed reported to be close to Mian Shahbaz Sharif was replaced by sitting ex-MPA Dr Liaqat Ali Khan.

MPL-N did not issue ticket to Maryam Nawaz from PP-80 (Sargodha) and gave it to Asim Sher Mekan.

Former MPA and tehsil nazim Dr. Liaqat Ali Khan has been issued a ticket in place of former MNA Chaudhry Hamid Hameed from NA-84 Sargodha city, who was elected from this constituency twice on the PML-N ticket, although he lost it in the 2008 general election from this constituency when PPP nominee Tasneem Qureshi was declared successful.

Published in Dawn, January 12th, 2024