The MQM-P has intensified its push for the establishment of new provinces, with party chairman Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui asserting that Sindh has the most compelling argument for the formation of additional administrative units.
During a press conference alongside Farooq Sattar and Mustafa Kamal, Siddiqui emphasized the necessity for Pakistan’s administrative framework to evolve in accordance with population growth.
He pointed out that the nation has seen a rise in population without the creation of new provinces, leading to increased strain on the current administrative systems.
According to the MQM-P chairman, the call for new provinces should not be perceived as a political or organizational agenda. Instead, he stated, it pertains to the fundamental rights of citizens and the efficient provision of public services.
Siddiqui called on political parties to convene and deliberate on the matter, noting that constitutional provisions already exist for the establishment of new provinces.
Mustafa Kamal remarked that the creation of new provinces would not fragment Pakistan or change Sindh’s territorial limits. He characterized them as administrative solutions designed to bring governance closer to the populace.
He also criticized the Sindh government’s performance, contending that despite receiving billions of rupees in funding, it has not succeeded in delivering adequate basic services to its residents.
Kamal asserted that decentralizing authority and empowering local governments are crucial for addressing public concerns.
Farooq Sattar highlighted Karachi, referring to it as the nation’s economic hub and asserting that the city warrants enhanced administrative authority.
He noted that Karachi generates a significant portion of Pakistan’s tax revenue and exports, yet continues to grapple with issues of governance and corruption.
The MQM-P leaders argued that the current administrative system requires substantial reforms and contended that stronger local governments and the addition of new administrative units could enhance governance, alleviate deprivation, and expedite development.