Murad Ali Shah elected as Sindh chief minister for third time

KARACHI: In a resounding victory, Syed Murad Ali Shah has clinched his third term as the chief minister of Sindh, with overwhelming support from the assembly. The announcement was met with cheers and applause, marking a continuation of his leadership in the province.

However, the voting process saw the absence of nine independent members, along with a notable abstention from a member of Jamaat-e-Islami. Despite these absences, the outcome solidified Shah’s position as the chosen leader for Sindh.

Abdul Waseem, a prominent member of MQM in the Sindh Assembly, extended his heartfelt congratulations to Shah. “I congratulate Murad Ali Shah from the depths of my heart,” he proclaimed. “On behalf of MQM’s convener Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, I extend our sincerest congratulations. He has been bestowed with this position for the third time, and it is our hope that he utilizes it for the betterment of Sindh.”

Waseem’s words echoed sentiments shared by Muhammad Bakhsh Mehr of the Pakistan People’s Party, who highlighted Shah’s leadership qualities and the mandate he received due to his past performance.

“The Pakistan People’s Party and the chairman have a vision,” Mehr affirmed. “They have always said that whoever delivers, he will get the opportunity. Murad Ali Shah got this opportunity for the third time, and he truly deserves it.”

Mehr emphasized the importance of unity in addressing regional challenges, particularly highlighting the need for attention to the situation in Ghotki. “We request for Ghotki’s air,” he stated. “The situation there is dire, and we must stand together. Where there is peace, there is progress.”

With words of encouragement and a call for collective action, the parliamentary session concluded with Shah’s re-election symbolizing continuity and hope for the people of Sindh.

Agha Siraj Durrani congratulates Murad Ali Shah

Outgoing Sindh Assembly Speaker Agha Siraj Durrani extended felicitations to Murad Ali Shah on his re-election as chief minister for the third time.

Durrani, recalling Shah’s tenure when his father held the position of speaker while Durrani himself served as a provincial assembly member, emphasized Shah’s pivotal role during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and floods.

“Congratulations to Murad Ali Shah on becoming chief minister once again,” said Durrani.

“I have witnessed Murad Ali Shah’s dedication firsthand across various fronts. In my constituency, we faced significant losses due to floods, and I firmly believe that under his leadership, Karachi and Sindh will progress together.”

Durrani stressed the importance of unity, asserting that Karachi is an integral part of Sindh.

This sentiment reflects the broader consensus that Shah’s leadership is crucial not only for Karachi but for the entire province.