A high-profile PPP gathering in Muzaffarabad celebrated the election of Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore as the new Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir after a decisive no-confidence vote. Senior leaders, including Faryal Talpur, outlined the party’s commitment to transparency, development, and strengthening institutions.
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PPP Hosts Grand Reception After Successful No-Confidence Motion; Senior Leaders Voice Confidence in Newly Elected AJK Prime Minister Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore
Muzaffarabad:
In the wake of a decisive political shift in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) organized an impressive and high-profile reception in a private hotel in Muzaffarabad. The event followed the successful no-confidence motion against former Prime Minister Chaudhry Anwar-ul-Haq, which paved the way for the election of Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore as the new Prime Minister of AJK.
The ceremony brought together top PPP leadership, including In-charge Political Affairs of PPP AJK Faryal Talpur, newly elected Prime Minister Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore, PPP AJK President Chaudhry Muhammad Yasin, former AJK Prime Minister Sardar Tanveer Ilyas Khan, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Chaudhry Latif Akbar, senior party leader Chaudhry Muhammad Riaz, members of the legislative assembly, and central office-bearers.
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The atmosphere at the gathering was celebratory yet politically charged, as participants viewed the victory as a restoration of democratic principles and the beginning of a new phase in AJK politics.
Faryal Talpur’s Address: “A People’s Government Has Returned”
In her keynote address, Faryal Talpur congratulated the party leadership, the newly elected Prime Minister, and the assembly members who played a decisive role in the no-confidence move. She praised their resilience, unity, and strategic political engagement.
Talpur emphasized that with Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore at the helm, Azad Jammu and Kashmir now has a “truly people-centered government.” She asserted that the PPP’s commitment to democratic values, transparency, and public service had once again been reaffirmed.
She stated that the Pakistan Peoples Party, since its inception under Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and later under Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, has always championed the cause of the people. According to her, the new AJK leadership is ready to revive that legacy by addressing long-standing public grievances and ensuring that governance becomes more responsive and accountable.
PPP’s Core Commitment: Public Rights, Transparency and Development
Talpur reiterated that the PPP firmly believes in service-oriented politics, prioritizing the protection of public rights and the pursuit of “roti, kapra aur makan.”
She explained that PPP's vision for AJK includes:
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Strengthening public institutions
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Rebuilding development projects
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Securing social justice
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Ensuring transparent governance
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Empowering marginalized groups
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Upholding democratic accountability
She further stated that the PPP has consistently advocated for freedom movements, and Kashmir’s right to self-determination remains a central pillar of its national and foreign policy stance.
Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore’s Leadership: A New Political Chapter
The newly elected Prime Minister is expected to lead with a focus on institutional improvement, welfare-driven policymaking, and strategic development. Party leaders expressed strong confidence that under his leadership:
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Governance will become more transparent
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Public services will be improved
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Administrative barriers will be reduced
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Development work, previously stalled, will resume
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Youth and marginalized communities will receive greater attention
Participants said that the mandate given to Rathore symbolizes not only PPP’s political strength but also public trust in its vision for regional stability and progress.
A Historic Gathering Marks the Beginning of a New Era
The reception was seen as a moment of unity, strength, and celebration for the PPP. Members of the party acknowledged that the successful no-confidence vote was a significant political milestone, one that highlighted the party’s organizational discipline and strategic capability.
The evening concluded with heartfelt congratulations to Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore, renewed pledges of party solidarity, and optimism that Azad Jammu and Kashmir is entering a new era of democratic governance and pro-people leadership.Ad
