Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar has defended the Punjab Assembly Speaker’s decision to suspend 26 opposition lawmakers for their disruptive behavior during assembly proceedings. He emphasized that the Speaker’s authority is absolute within the House and must be respected at all times.
While speaking to media, Tarar stated that smashing chairs or snatching microphones does not qualify as a valid protest. He stressed that although opposition members have a right to protest, such actions cross the line of democratic conduct and disrupt the legislative process.
He likened the Speaker’s role to the head of a household, asserting that when members violate their oath or disrupt proceedings, the Speaker has every right to take disciplinary action. This, he noted, is in line with parliamentary norms observed around the world.
At a separate event held at the Civil Services Academy, Tarar urged future civil servants to act as nation-builders. He said Pakistan needs public servants who serve with compassion, help heal divisions, and put the nation’s progress above political hostility.
Tarar further added that Pakistan’s path forward lies in constitutional governance and reformed systems. He emphasized that leaders should inspire unity, not division, and that society must prioritize development over confrontation.
In his closing remarks, he called Pakistan a “beautiful bouquet” that deserves to be a “cradle of love,” urging all stakeholders to move forward with dignity, dialogue, and dedication to national harmony.