MUZAFFARABAD: Following the death of the President of the State of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Barrister Sultan Mahmood Chaudhry, political activity surrounding the election of a new president has intensified.
Various political and social figures have begun lobbying in Islamabad and Muzaffarabad to secure the constitutional post. Behind-the-scenes contacts and consultations are also underway as political leaders seek to build consensus on a suitable candidate.
Sources said unannounced meetings and consultations are being held among key political figures in an effort to agree on a name for the presidency. Former Speaker of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Chaudhry Latif Akbar is among the prominent names under consideration.
Political sources said the name of former Prime Minister of Azad Kashmir Sardar Atiq Ahmed Khan is also being discussed as a potential candidate. In addition, former prime ministers Raja Farooq Haider Khan, Sardar Muhammad Yaqoob Khan and Sardar Tanveer Ilyas Khan are also included in the race for the presidency, sources added.
Sources further said that former President of Azad Kashmir Sardar Masood Khan is also being considered for the post once again. The name of former Foreign Office spokesperson Ms. Tasneem Aslam has also emerged among the possible candidates.
Given the constitutional and symbolic significance of the office of the President of the State, all major political parties are keen to nominate an influential and experienced figure for the position. Political parties are intensifying consultations with their leadership and allies ahead of a final decision.
Sources said the process of electing the President of the State will be completed in accordance with constitutional requirements, and significant progress is expected in the coming days.
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