A fiery political exchange has erupted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as Engineer Zia-ur-Rehman, the brother of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl group (JUI-F) head Maulana Fazlur Rehman, has accepted Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur’s challenge for a direct electoral battle. In a strongly worded video message, Zia-ur-Rehman responded to the CM's earlier dare directed at Maulana Fazlur Rehman, saying, “Ali Amin Gandapur, your challenge is accepted—but you are not even worthy of challenging Maulana Fazlur Rehman.” 

He further added, “Ali Amin Gandapur, if you’re serious, have your brother resign and bring him to contest against me!”He further remarked, "Your tone and desperation clearly show that your political era is coming to an end. Soon, the people of KP will get rid of this corrupt government." Taking a jab at Gandapur's political stature, Zia stated, "Maulana Fazlur Rehman ousted your leader Imran Khan from power corridors. Do you really think you can stand against me?" Zia-ur-Rehman also questioned Gandapur’s tribal lineage, boldly claiming.

"I once said in Dera Ismail Khan Chowk that if you conduct his DNA, it’ll prove he’s not even a real Gandapur, as the Gandapur tribe is known for its bravery and honour, and he lacks both." In a final punch, Zia concluded, "Your behaviour confirms that your exit from politics is near. The people of KP are ready to send you home."This exchange follows recent heated comments by KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, who had challenged Maulana Fazlur Rehman to face him directly in elections. Zia-ur-Rehman’s fiery rebuttal now sets the stage for a potential high-stakes political duel in the region.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)