Political Affiliation
In a significant political development on Friday, seven recently-elected independent members of the National Assembly and the Punjab Assembly officially joined the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N).
The decision was formalized after a meeting with Senior Vice President Maryam Nawaz and President of PML-N Punjab Rana Sanaullah, during which the new members expressed their allegiance to the party.
Notable figures among them include Rasheed Akbar Nawani from Bhakkar’s NA-92, Ahmed Nawaz Nawani from Bhakkar’s PP-90, Amir Inayat Shahani from Bhakkar’s PP-92 and PP-93, Rana Abdul Manan from Muzaffargarh’s PP-272, Akbar Hayat Hiraj from Khanewal’s PP-205, and Asghar Hayat Hiraj from Khanewal’s PP-212, all of whom secured victories in their respective constituencies.
The newcomers cited their belief in the leadership of Nawaz Sharif and the PML-N’s commitment to serving Pakistan as the driving force behind their decision. During the meeting, they echoed their support for the party’s vision and emphasized their confidence in the leadership of Nawaz Sharif and Shehbaz Sharif, highlighting PML-N’s historical contributions to Pakistan and Punjab.
Maryam Nawaz welcomed the new members, commending their decision and emphasizing the importance of their support in advancing Pakistan towards stability and progress. She stressed the need for stability over chaos in addressing the nation’s challenges and denounced disruptive forces.
The newly-elected members revealed that their decision to join PML-N was made after thorough consultations with constituents and supporters, with the party’s implementable manifesto being a significant factor.
In response, Maryam Nawaz reiterated PML-N’s commitment to serving the people of Punjab, vowing to make the province a beacon of progress. She affirmed the party’s dedication to the nation’s welfare, expressing readiness to sacrifice political interests for the betterment of Pakistan. Overall, another NA Independent, Along With Six Punjab Assembly Independents, Officially Align With PML-N in Noteworthy Political Affiliation.

