Fawad Chaudhry urges Nawaz Sharif to step in as political tension rises

Fawad Chaudhry urges Nawaz Sharif to step in as political tension rises

Fawad Chaudhry has asked Nawaz Sharif to step in as political tension rises. File photo

January, 17 2026

LAHORE (Web Desk): Former information minister Fawad Chaudhry has appealed to PML-N President Nawaz Sharif to play an active role in reducing political tension in the country.

Fawad Chaudhry said that political stability has now become unavoidable and serious dialogue is the only way forward in the current situation.

While speaking to a private news channel, he revealed that the National Dialogue Committee has requested a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, but no response has been received so far. He stressed that dialogue is essential to break the political deadlock.

He emphasized that Nawaz Sharif, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and former president Asif Ali Zardari must sit together at the negotiating table to restore political stability.

Fawad Chaudhry also said that steps like releasing prisoners from Kot Lakhpat Jail would send a positive signal and help improve the political atmosphere.

Talking about Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), he noted that the party lacks a clear direction. He said half of the leadership talks about revolution, while the other half supports negotiations.

He pointed out contradictions within PTI, saying Barrister Gohar holds a different view, while a junior minister in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa says something else. He added that Salman Akram Raja speaks about terrorism from Afghanistan, but Chief Minister Suhail Afridi does not agree with his statement.

Pakistan’s political scene remains deeply divided. Fawad Chaudhry’s call highlights the urgent need for dialogue among senior leaders. Without talks, political uncertainty may continue to harm governance and stability. A united approach could ease tensions and rebuild trust.