Bilawal submits nomination papers for NA-246 Karachi

KARACHI: Pakistan People’s Party chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Thursday submitted his nomination papers for NA-246 to contest the upcoming general elections.

The PPP chairman reached the city court where he submitted the nomination papers to the Returning Officer.  He was accompanied by PPP leaders Nabil Gabol, Nadia Gabol, other workers of the party. The constituency is located in the PPP stronghold of Lyari.

While speaking to media, Bilawal said it was a matter of immense pride to serve the nation, and he would carry forward the vision of Benazir Bhutto. He said that he wants to serve the city where he was born.

He said that he is stepping into parliamentary politics. “Having a Bhutto in mainstream politics will strengthen Pakistan’s defence,” Bilawal said. “Only Bhutto can defend democracy.”

Later, Bilawal went on a brief visit to Lyari where he was greet by enthusiastic party workers and area residents, who were overjoyed to see their beloved leader.

Bilawal is expected to submit his nomination papers for NA-200 Larkana on Friday. He will be arriving in Larkana along with his sister Aseefa Bhutto Zardari and aunt Faryal Talpur.

The 29-year-old launched his political career in 2012, five years after the assassination of former prime minister Benazir Bhutto. He was appointed as party chairman along with Asif Ali Zardari as co-chairperson to steer the party until Bilawal gains full control.

Submitted my nomination papers for NA246 #Karachi. Looking forward to getting the opportunity to personally represent & serve the vibrant metropolis in which I was born.

— BilawalBhuttoZardari (@BBhuttoZardari) June 7, 2018