Karachi: Tensions within the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) erupted following protests by party supporters against the recent organizational reshuffle. The protests, held at the Bahadurabad headquarters, were sparked by the allocation of new responsibilities within the party. Workers expressed dissatisfaction over the sidelining of certain leaders and the lack of prior consultation before the reshuffle was announced. Sources suggest that some protests turned into clashes with party officials, further fueling the unrest.
Farooq Sattar and Mustafa Kamal Respond
In an attempt to quell the growing unrest, MQM-P leaders Farooq Sattar and Mustafa Kamal took to the media to assert that there were no differences among the party’s leadership regarding administrative matters. Both leaders emphasized unity and downplayed the significance of the protests, which they described as a difference of opinion rather than a sign of division within the party ranks.
Speaking to Geo News, Farooq Sattar condemned the protests, particularly those targeting Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori and Mustafa Kamal. He vowed that disciplinary action would be taken against those responsible for the protests. Sattar expressed strong support for Tessori, calling him the public and MQM’s governor. He also assured that all administrative matters had been resolved, including those concerning the reshuffling of responsibilities.
Mustafa Kamal Calls for Unity
Mustafa Kamal, addressing the media at the party headquarters, echoed Sattar’s sentiments, stating that MQM-P was growing stronger by the day. He argued that disagreements within the party should not be mistaken for a rift, noting that the workers’ protests were merely seeking clarification on the allocation of responsibilities. Kamal urged MQM-P lawmakers to focus on addressing public issues, emphasizing that only after the party fully activated itself could it tackle the concerns of the people in Karachi and Hyderabad.
Reshuffle Intensifies Internal Discord
The reshuffle, which included senior leaders like Anees Qaimkhani, Aminul Haq, and Farooq Sattar in the Central Organizing Committee, sparked significant backlash among some workers and leaders. Many felt that the lack of consultation before the circular was issued had caused confusion and discontent. Slogans were raised in support of MQM-P Chairman Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui and against Kamal, indicating deep divisions within the party ranks.
Governor Tessori’s Role Under Scrutiny
The protests also raised questions about the role of Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori in the reshuffle. Some reports suggested that the protests targeted Tessori, though party leaders denied any such incidents. Speculation continues regarding Tessori’s influence in the recent decisions, though no clear evidence has emerged linking him to the internal discord.
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