IPP Welcomes Humayun Akhtar Khan, Former PTI Member, as SVP
On Saturday, former federal minister Humayun Akhtar Khan officially joined the Istehkam-i-Pakistan Party (IPP), a political platform attracting former PTI leaders, where he assumed the role of Senior Vice President (SVP).
Having parted ways with PTI in June due to the turbulent events following the arrest of PTI chief Imran Khan on May 9, Akhtar, whose political journey includes stints with PML-N and a federal minister position during the Musharraf era, joined the PTI in 2018.
The IPP, founded by former PTI leader Jahangir Khan Tareen, has seen an influx of PTI defectors this year, including Aleem Khan, Imran Ismail, Ali Zaidi, Fayyazul Hasan Chohan, Amir Mehmood Kayani, and Firdous Ashiq Awan.
During a press conference in Islamabad, Akhtar expressed confidence in the IPP’s ability to address real issues, particularly unemployment, and improve the country’s conditions. He emphasized the IPP’s familiarity with the challenges faced by the nation and their potential solutions.
Akhtar also acknowledged the stress on PTI members in custody and urged the courts to release those deemed innocent.
Jahangir Khan Tareen, addressing the occasion, announced Akhtar’s appointment as the party’s SVP and emphasized the IPP’s mission to drive economic development by bringing people together.
Aleem Khan welcomed Akhtar to the party, highlighting his potential as a significant asset for both the IPP and the country. He clarified that, as of now, there was no coalition agreement between the IPP and PML-N, but negotiations were ongoing.
The number of PTI members joining the IPP has increased in the run-up to the elections, with recent announcements from disgruntled PTI union committee chairmen in Karachi and the public appearance of Ali Nawaz Awan, who joined the IPP on November 19.
