The political tension in Pakistan has heightened as PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari accepted the debate challenge thrown by PML-N President Shehbaz Sharif ahead of the general elections. Bilawal, the PPP’s prime ministerial candidate, initiated the challenge on his official social media account, proposing three locations in Sindh for the debate against PML-N’s Nawaz Sharif. He emphasized the importance of transparency and informed voters in the electoral process. In response, Shehbaz Sharif made a witty comment, suggesting Nawaz Sharif should be invited to inspect Sindh instead.

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The exchange of words adds another layer to the intense rivalry between the two major political parties in Pakistan as the nation gears up for the upcoming elections on February 8. Shehbaz’s cryptic remarks at a public rally in Rawalpindi hinted at the PML-N’s criticism of the PPP’s performance in Sindh, where the latter has been in power for over 15 years.

Undeterred by the taunt, Bilawal swiftly responded on Twitter, expressing his readiness for both a debate and an inspection. He proposed three locations in Sindh for the duel: Karachi, Gambat Tehsil of Khairpur District, and Tharparkar. Bilawal criticized Nawaz Sharif for never visiting Gambat despite three terms in office and highlighted the achievements of projects like the Thar coal project.

The political duel showcases the ongoing competition between the PPP and PML-N, each vying for public support in the upcoming elections. As the verbal sparring continues, the electorate awaits further developments in the lead-up to the crucial polls.