The government backed President Asif Ali Zardari’s objections to the madrassa registration bill, labeling them constitutional, as tensions rise with JUI-F. The bill, stalled despite parliamentary approval, has sparked allegations from JUI-F about undermining madrassas.
Federal Minister Attaullah Tarar dismissed claims linking the bill to FATF as baseless, emphasizing adherence to constitutional procedures. JUI-F’s Hafiz Hamdullah alleged global pressure behind the bill, while ongoing dialogues aim for resolution.
PUC Chairman Hafiz Tahir Ashrafi supported registration but urged resolving hurdles without compromising seminaries’ roles. The government plans a joint parliamentary session to address the impasse.
