{"id":2677,"date":"2026-06-02T08:05:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T08:05:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paksouch.com\/?p=2677"},"modified":"2026-06-02T08:05:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T08:05:27","slug":"dissident-pti-lawmakers-hold-key-meeting-in-peshawar-reject-talks-with-committee-led-by-asad-qaiser","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paksouch.com\/?p=2677","title":{"rendered":"Dissident PTI Lawmakers Hold Key Meeting in Peshawar, Reject Talks with Committee Led by Asad Qaiser"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

PESHAWAR:<\/strong> A significant meeting of dissident members of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was held in Peshawar, where participants discussed internal party affairs, governance concerns, and the political situation in the province. The gathering, which lasted nearly four hours, was attended by 22 members of the provincial assembly and highlighted growing dissatisfaction among some lawmakers regarding the functioning of the provincial government and the party\u2019s overall direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to participants, the meeting focused on a wide range of issues, including governance challenges in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, allegations of corruption, law and order concerns, and what they described as insufficient efforts toward securing the release of former Prime Minister and PTI founder Imran Khan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the lawmakers who attended the session told local media that Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur had no connection with the dissident group. The lawmaker claimed that attempts were being made deliberately to associate the group with Gandapur, despite the fact that he neither attended the meeting nor played any role in its organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Concerns to Be Communicated to PTI Leadership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sources familiar with the meeting said the participants agreed to formally communicate their concerns to PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan through an official letter. The lawmakers intend to highlight what they see as serious governance failures in the province, accusations of administrative mismanagement, deteriorating security conditions, and the party\u2019s inability to launch an effective movement for Imran Khan\u2019s release.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The dissident members reportedly believe that the provincial government has not adequately addressed public concerns and that certain issues have been ignored despite repeated attempts by lawmakers to raise them within party forums. They emphasized that internal differences should not be viewed as opposition to the party itself but rather as an effort to improve governance and strengthen PTI\u2019s position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rejection of Asad Qaiser-Led Committee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the most notable developments from the meeting was the participants\u2019 decision to reject engagement with a six-member committee headed by senior PTI leader and former National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to sources, the lawmakers collectively decided not to meet the committee and instead insisted on direct communication with PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan. They reportedly believe that their concerns are serious enough to warrant discussion with the party\u2019s top leadership rather than through intermediary committees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Participants made it clear that they would only negotiate or discuss their reservations directly with Barrister Gohar and were not interested in resolving matters through any alternative forum established by the party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Political observers view this stance as a sign of growing frustration among some PTI lawmakers who feel their concerns have not been adequately addressed. The refusal to engage with a committee formed by senior party leaders could further complicate efforts to maintain unity within the party at a time when it is already facing significant political and legal challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Focus on Internal Party Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During the lengthy meeting, lawmakers discussed several issues related to the internal functioning of PTI. Participants reportedly argued that the party leadership must take immediate steps to address disagreements and concerns within its ranks before they deepen further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The lawmakers stressed that unresolved disputes could negatively affect party cohesion and governance in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where PTI currently holds power. They also discussed the need for greater consultation between the provincial government and elected representatives, with some participants reportedly expressing dissatisfaction over decision-making processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attendees agreed that internal party matters should be handled seriously and transparently to prevent divisions from widening. Several members reportedly questioned the performance of the provincial administration and called for greater accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Growing Concerns About Governance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The meeting also focused extensively on governance issues in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Participants reportedly discussed public complaints regarding service delivery, administrative efficiency, and security challenges in different parts of the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sources said the lawmakers raised concerns about allegations of corruption and argued that stronger measures are needed to ensure transparency and accountability within government departments. They also highlighted law and order issues, which they believe require urgent attention from the provincial leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While PTI remains the dominant political force in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, such concerns from within its own ranks suggest that internal criticism of the provincial government is becoming increasingly vocal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another Meeting Scheduled<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The dissident lawmakers concluded their session by deciding to hold another meeting within the next two days. According to participants, additional members of the provincial assembly are expected to attend the upcoming gathering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A member of the group claimed that more PTI lawmakers share similar concerns and may join future discussions. If attendance increases, it could indicate broader dissatisfaction within sections of the party\u2019s provincial parliamentary ranks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The upcoming meeting is expected to further shape the group\u2019s strategy and determine how it will present its concerns to the party leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ali Amin Gandapur Distances<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A participant reiterated after the meeting that Ali Amin Gandapur should not be linked to the dissident lawmakers. The member insisted that the chief minister had no role in the gathering and that attempts to portray the group as aligned with him were misleading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This clarification appears aimed at preventing speculation about factional politics within PTI\u2019s provincial leadership. By distancing themselves from Gandapur, the lawmakers sought to emphasize that their concerns are issue-based rather than part of any organized campaign against the chief minister or the party leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As PTI continues to navigate political pressures at both provincial and national levels, the concerns raised by these lawmakers are likely to attract significant attention. The party leadership now faces the challenge of addressing internal grievances while maintaining unity and focus on broader political objectives.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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