Amid growing concerns over democratic erosion, constitutional violations, and a severe economic crisis gripping Pakistan, leaders of the Tehreek Tahaffuz-i-Aain Pakistan (TTAP) has formally invited the Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA) to a national conference aimed at safeguarding the country”s governing principles.
According to a statement today, a high-level TTAP delegation, led by its Central Vice Chairman Syed Zain Shah, visited the residence of GDA President Syed Sadruddin Shah Rashdi to extend the formal invitation. The delegation included prominent figures such as Mohammad Zubair Umar and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Sindh President Haleem Adil Sheikh.
During the discussions, the TTAP representatives outlined the conference”s core objectives: protecting the Constitution, upholding its supremacy, and promoting democratic values. They stressed the need for national consensus to counter constitutional deviations, ensure the rule of law, and restore parliamentary sovereignty.
The delegation argued that persistent constitutional breaches and escalating threats to democracy have precipitated a national crisis, making it imperative for political forces to unite through collective dialogue. They asserted that without constitutional supremacy, the state cannot achieve stability.
The TTAP leaders informed the GDA that the two-day national moot is scheduled for December 20-21, 2025, in Islamabad. Mahmood Khan Achakzai is slated to be the chief guest, with invitations extended to political parties, civil society members, constitutional experts, and pro-democracy groups from across Pakistan.
Speaking on the occasion, Mohammad Zubair elaborated on the acute political, constitutional, and economic challenges confronting the nation. He alleged that the 26th and 27th constitutional amendments have weakened democracy, paralysed the judiciary, suppressed the media, and led to the political repression of the opposition.
Mr. Zubair further contended that a political system allegedly based on “Form-47” has eroded public trust. He highlighted that deteriorating economic conditions, high inflation, and financial pressures have severely impacted the middle class, making the restoration of the 1973 Constitution and parliamentary sovereignty unavoidable.
The objective, he explained, is to gather all democratic forces on a single platform to formulate a unified strategy for democratic restoration. He cautioned that any further delay in addressing these issues would be detrimental to the country and its citizens.
In response, the GDA leadership welcomed the initiative and accepted the invitation in principle. They communicated that a definitive decision regarding their participation in the conference would be made following internal party consultations.