Punjab Cabinet Expansion Underway
The Punjab cabinet expansion is moving forward, with 12 members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs) shortlisted for inclusion. According to insider sources, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Nawaz Sharif has given his approval to the selected lawmakers. The expanded cabinet will feature a blend of senior and junior members, reflecting a strategic mix of experience and fresh perspectives.
Notable Names in the Shortlist
Among the prominent names included in the Punjab cabinet expansion are:
- Begum Zakia Shahnawaz
- Rana Muhammad Iqbal
- Manshaullah Butt
- Colonel (Retd) Ayub Gadhi
- Salman Naeem
- Rana Tahir Iqbal
- Iftikhar Hussain Chhachhar
- Ahmed
- Rana Muhammad Arshad
- Malik Asad Ali Khokhar
- Mian Imran Javed
- Osama Khan Leghari
Additionally, Shoaib Siddiqui from the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) has also been shortlisted, indicating a possible political collaboration beyond PML-N.
Oath-Taking Ceremony Expected Soon
Reports suggest that the new cabinet members are likely to take oath later this week, marking the finalization of the much-anticipated cabinet expansion in Punjab. This move is expected to strengthen governance and enhance administrative efficiency in the province.
