Sadiq Umrani Dismisses Claims of Replacing Sarfraz Bugti

Sadiq Umrani, the Parliamentary Leader of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) in Balochistan, has firmly rejected rumors about replacing Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti. He called the reports “baseless and misleading” and emphasized that Bugti continues to have the full support of all coalition partners. Umrani’s statement comes in response to speculation that a leadership change in the provincial government is imminent.

Umrani clarified that despite these rumors, the PPP leadership has given clear instructions to dismiss any such talks. He pointed out that PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari had already stated that replacing chief ministers is not under consideration. According to Umrani, the country is focused on political stability and democratic continuity, making any leadership changes inappropriate at this time.

The PPP leader also responded to Senator M. Dostain Khan Domki’s comments, which suggested that the PPP was considering a leadership change. Umrani said if Domki has concerns, they should be raised within the party’s leadership rather than discussed publicly. He stressed that internal matters should be resolved through appropriate party channels.

Additionally, Umrani criticized MPA Liaquat Lehri for violating party policy and discipline. He announced that this issue would be taken up with the PPP’s central leadership, which will decide on any necessary disciplinary actions. Umrani’s comments signal the party’s commitment to maintaining unity and addressing internal issues through formal procedures.

Umrani concluded by reiterating that the PPP remains united behind Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti. He dismissed the rumors of an in-house leadership change as politically motivated. The PPP’s focus, he said, is on ensuring stability in Balochistan and supporting Bugti’s leadership to continue governance effectively.

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