Health Concerns Force Hospitalization
Senator Irfan Siddiqui of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of a local hospital in Islamabad due to serious health issues. According to family sources, he had been experiencing difficulty in breathing over the past few days, prompting his hospitalization.
Medical teams are monitoring him continuously, ensuring his vital signs remain stable. The senator’s condition has raised concerns among political circles, given the timing of significant parliamentary proceedings.
Unable to Participate in Senate Vote
Sources indicate that due to his illness, Senator Siddiqui will not be able to cast his vote in the upcoming Senate session on the 27th constitutional amendment. This amendment, which seeks to make changes across 49 clauses, had already received approval from a joint parliamentary committee comprising members of both the Senate and National Assembly. The draft of the amendment is expected to be presented in the Senate for further deliberation.
Political Context and Opposition Response
The proposed constitutional amendment has sparked controversy, with the united opposition rejecting it outright. They have announced plans to launch protest campaigns both inside the parliament and in public spaces, emphasizing their objection to the proposed changes.
Senator Siddiqui’s hospitalization underscores the impact of personal health issues on parliamentary proceedings, especially during critical legislative decisions. Authorities and colleagues have expressed concern and wished him a speedy recovery, highlighting the intersection of politics and personal well-being in high-stakes legislative environments.
