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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, in a sharp and confident statement, said that those who once plotted the political demise of her father, former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, have themselves been sidelined. Her remarks came during a recent public appearance, where she addressed both party loyalists and critics with unwavering clarity.
“Minus Nawaz” Narrative Backfires
Maryam Nawaz was referring to the years-long attempts by political opponents and certain elements within state institutions to push Nawaz Sharif out of Pakistan’s political landscape. “They dreamt of eliminating Nawaz from politics, but today they are nowhere to be seen. They have been politically ‘minus’ themselves,” she said.
Reasserting PML-N's Political Relevance
The statement not only highlighted Nawaz Sharif’s continued influence within the Pakistan Muslim League (N) but also reinforced the party’s revival under Maryam’s leadership. As the first woman Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam is rapidly becoming the face of the PML-N’s political resurgence—bridging her father's legacy with a new generational appeal.
Targeting PTI and Former Power Brokers
Though Maryam did not name names, her comments appeared to target leaders from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and others who once led efforts to disqualify Nawaz Sharif. With many of those figures now facing legal and political troubles, her statement landed with significant weight in the current political climate.
A Confident and Calculated Comeback
Maryam Nawaz's rising stature and sharp rhetoric signal her strategic intent to take full political ownership. Her message was not just a defense of her father—it was also a warning to rivals that the PML-N, under her command, remains a formidable force heading into future elections.
Conclusion: Nawaz Sharif’s Political Legacy Stands Firm
CM Maryam Nawaz’s bold statement is more than a political jab—it reflects a confident shift in Pakistan’s power dynamics. As she continues to shape the future of Punjab and defend her party’s legacy, the message is clear: Nawaz Sharif isn’t going anywhere, but those who tried to erase him already have.
