In a significant political development ahead of the upcoming by-election, the Awami National Party (ANP) has officially declared its support for the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) candidate in the NA-18 Haripur constituency.
ANP Throws Weight Behind PML-N Candidate
The announcement was made by Mian Iftikhar Hussain, the ANP Khyber Pakhtunkhwa President, following directives from the party's central leadership. This strategic move came on the advice of Central President Senator Aimal Wali Khan, signaling a unified stance from the party's top echelons.
A formal statement released in Peshawar confirmed that the ANP will be backing Babar Nawaz Khan, the PML-N candidate, for the National Assembly seat from constituency NA-18 Haripur.
Mobilizing the Party Machinery
Mian Iftikhar Hussain has issued clear instructions to the entire party apparatus in Haripur district to actively campaign and vote for the PML-N candidate. The directive extends to all subsidiary organizations of the ANP, ensuring a coordinated effort.
The groups instructed to support Babar Nawaz Khan include:
- The Pakhtun Students Federation
- Malgari Ustazan
- Malgari Wukalan
Countdown to Election Day
All political activities are building toward the crucial election day scheduled for November 23. This by-election in NA-18 Haripur district is being closely watched as an indicator of political alignments and public sentiment in the region.
The ANP's endorsement represents a significant boost for the PML-N candidate's campaign, potentially influencing voter preferences in what promises to be a closely contested race.
