The Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) has encountered major setbacks after the February 8, 2024 general elections.
Most notably, Saadia Sohail Rana, a prominent female leader who had previously defected from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has resigned from her position within the party. Pre-general elections 2024, she resigned from PTI in the wake of violent incidents on May 9 that have stirred controversy within the party ranks.
Saadia Sohail Rana submitted her formal resignation to the president of IPP, Abdul Aleem Khan, citing personal reasons for her departure. Her resignation marks a significant shift within the party dynamics, especially considering her influential role and recent induction into the party.
On October 24, 2023, Rana announced her decision to join IPP during a press conference alongside former PTI Secretary of Information Andleeb Abbas and Samira Bukhari. The event featured prominent IPP figures such as spokesperson Firdous Ashiq Awan and party leader Awn Chaudhry, highlighting her commitment to addressing the socio-economic challenges ordinary citizens face, notably the severe impact of inflation.
Upon joining, Rana emphasized that her move to IPP was driven by personal conviction and free from external pressures. She pointed out the worsening living conditions and the rising cost of living as critical issues that motivated her to focus on broader political causes rather than individual ambitions. Her departure now raises questions about the internal coherence and future direction of the SIstehkam-e-Pakistan Party as it navigates a tumultuous pre-election period.
