KARACHI: Pakistan’s Information Minister Murtaza Solangi said on Friday that the government’s priority is to establish a conducive atmosphere for the upcoming general elections.
In a meeting with Caretaker Chief Minister Sindh, retired Justice Maqbool Baqir, the Information Minister emphasized that the caretaker administration is committed to upholding the constitution and ensuring that no one faces discrimination.
During the meeting, they discussed crucial matters, including the assurance of conducting elections that are free, fair, and transparent. They also focused on providing necessary support to the media throughout the electoral process.
کراچی ۔ نگران وفاقی وزیر اطلاعات مرتضیٰ سولنگی کی نگران وزیراعلیٰ سندھ جسٹس (ر) مقبول باقر سے ملاقات
ملاقات میں آزادانہ، منصفانہ اور شفاف انتخابات کرانے، انتخابی عمل کے دوران میڈیا کو سہولیات کی فراہمی سمیت اہم امور پر تبادلہ خیال
، مرتضیٰ سولنگیhttps://t.co/TQ6bSyFxRG pic.twitter.com/YEKLsR4QEb— Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (@MoIB_Official) September 22, 2023
Caretaker Chief Minister Sindh Justice (Rtd) Maqbool Baqir meeting with Caretaker Minister for Information @murtazasolangi.
Matters of mutual interest were discussed in the meeting.#APPNews @MoIB_Official pic.twitter.com/ld3xMWZnnX
— APP 🇵🇰 (@appcsocialmedia) September 22, 2023
Media’s Vital Role in Ensuring Free and Fair Elections
Minister Solangi emphasized that ensuring free, fair, and transparent elections is a shared responsibility among various institutions. He highlighted the pivotal role of the media in connecting with the Election Commission of Pakistan, serving as a bridge.
Solangi underscored the critical importance of authentic reporting during elections, as it plays a key role in delivering accurate information to the public.
Both leaders reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to cooperating fully in conducting elections that are characterized by freedom and transparency.
