Uzma Bukhari delivers fiery speech, criticizes PTI over May 9 incident.

Pakistan News Desk June 21, 2026

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Information Minister Uzma Bukhari delivered a powerful speech in the national assembly. During her briefing, which was described as a strong statement and led to a PML-N vs PTI Political Showdown, Uzma Bukhari criticized PTI and the opposition over the May 9 incident. She stated that PTI has learned nothing since May 9. Uzma Bukhari lashed out at PTI, asserting that baseless allegations are their trademark and their corruption claims are ridiculous. Her speech was described as indicating PTI is in trouble.

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Updated: 4:45 PM PKT — June 21, 2026

Responding to opposition criticism in the Punjab Assembly, provincial Information Minister Uzma Bukhari defended the government’s performance by highlighting several new and ongoing initiatives. She stated that the opposition has learned nothing from the May 9 incident and makes baseless allegations sourced from social media.

Bukhari detailed projects including the launch of electric bus services, starting in South Punjab and expanding to Khanewal and Leh, with 1100 new buses planned for the province. She also cited the provision of motorcycles to female students, scholarships for 33,000 students in South Punjab, loans for farmers, a Rs. 13 billion school meal program to combat malnutrition, and a housing scheme in South Punjab.

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