Senate Committee
A subcommittee of the Senate Standing Committee on Law and Justice has approved a bill proposing an increase in the number of seats in the Balochistan Provincial Assembly.
The bill seeks to raise the assembly’s strength from 65 to 80 seats, marking a significant step toward enhancing political representation in the province.
The subcommittee deliberated on the proposed legislation during a session held on Monday, ultimately forwarding its approval to the main Senate Standing Committee for further discussion.
This move signals progress in addressing Balochistan’s long-standing demand for greater representation in legislative matters.
While the subcommittee endorsed the bill, the session was not without debate. Senator Anusha Rahman voiced reservations, stressing the need for a deeper understanding of the implications.
She emphasized the importance of obtaining input from the Election Commission of Pakistan to evaluate the feasibility of seat allocation based on geographic area rather than solely on population. “This decision requires a comprehensive perspective to ensure fairness and effectiveness,” she remarked.
In response, Senator Hamid Khan made a pointed observation, noting the speed with which the subcommittee reached its decision compared to the extensive debates that accompanied the recently passed 26th Amendment.
His remarks underscored the contrasting approaches to legislative deliberations and prompted further discussion on the process behind the bill’s approval.
The proposed legislation is now poised for further review by the full Senate Standing Committee and subsequent debate in the House.
If passed, it would mark a historic shift in Balochistan’s provincial governance, reflecting the federal government’s acknowledgment of the province’s unique challenges and the need for more robust political representation.
The bill has garnered attention from lawmakers and political analysts alike, with many anticipating its potential impact on the political and administrative landscape of Balochistan. The process ahead will determine whether this proposal gains sufficient traction to become law.
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