ISLAMABAD — On Friday, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, Speaker of the National Assembly, notified the House that the opposition had surpassed its allocated budget debate time by more than five hours.
Opposition’s Debate Time Allocation
Opposition members were initially granted nine hours to engage in the budget discussion. This allocation was designed to ensure diverse viewpoints were fairly represented.
Extended Debate Duration
However, 62 opposition lawmakers extended their debate to an extensive 14 hours, 4 minutes, and 28 seconds. This time significantly exceeded the original allocation.
Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq’s Remarks
Before the continuation of the debate, Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq addressed the lawmakers. He emphasized the importance of respecting the allotted time limits.
