Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), under the directives of its supremo Nawaz Sharif, took decisive action regarding the membership status of Maryam Ikram, the party’s nominated Member of the National Assembly.
Following substantial public scrutiny, Maryam Ikram has been told by the party hierarchy to voluntarily step down from her assembly membership.
This decision comes in response to heightened criticism across various social media channels, where concerns and grievances about Maryam Ikram’s performance and conduct as a party representative were prominently featured.
In a swift response, PML-N acknowledged the significance of addressing public sentiment and maintaining the integrity of the party’s representation.
Sources within the PML-N revealed that a comprehensive reprimand was issued to party leaders who had recommended Maryam Ikram for the National Assembly seat.
Who recommended her?
Some sources said that it was Khawaja Saad Rafiq and some other insiders said that she was Hamza Shehbaz camp person.
Minute Mirror could not verify the facts.
Moreover, a special committee has been formed to investigate the circumstances surrounding the nomination process, ensuring accountability within the party ranks.
According to the latest directives, Maryam Ikram is expected to formally notify the Election Commission of her withdrawal before March 19th, adhering to legal procedures.
Subsequently, PML-N officials have indicated that the party will expeditiously nominate a new candidate to fill the vacant position, reaffirming their commitment to effective representation and responsiveness to public concerns.
