The federal leadership, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has expressed strong reservations over the performance of Azad Kashmir Prime Minister Chaudhry Anwarul Haq, with discussions underway to bring a change in the region’s leadership, sources confirmed on Wednesday.
According to reliable sources, the governance style and administrative performance of the Azad Kashmir prime minister have come under scrutiny. The federal government is particularly concerned over Anwarul Haq’s handling of the recent crisis in Azad Kashmir, which has been deemed unsatisfactory by senior officials.
Options being considered for leadership change
Federal parties have begun consultations to consider multiple options for replacing the current prime minister of Azad Kashmir. Sources indicate that the option of an “honourable resignation” will be presented to Chaudhry Anwarul Haq as a first step.
In the event that he refuses to resign voluntarily, the leadership may proceed with a no-confidence motion or explore constitutional actions to ensure a smooth transition of power, insiders revealed.
The consultation process at the federal level has been accelerated, with senior party figures holding discussions to finalize the next steps.
Search for new leader of the House
Once a final decision on Anwarul Haq’s removal is made, consultations will begin on potential replacements for the new Leader of the House in the Azad Kashmir Legislative Assembly.
The federal leadership is reportedly prioritizing candidates who can restore public confidence, ensure administrative efficiency, and align closely with federal policy objectives for the region.
Sources say the leadership wants to ensure that the next government in Azad Kashmir can maintain political stability and deliver effectively on governance and development priorities.
Public trust, administrative efficiency
The federal leadership’s position is that “public trust and administrative failure cannot go together.” Senior officials believe that after the recent unrest in Azad Kashmir, there is a need for a “political reset” to rebuild confidence among the people.
“Public trust and administrative failure are one — we cannot live with both,” a senior federal leader was quoted as saying, emphasizing the importance of accountability and performance in public office.
According to sources, the move to replace Anwarul Haq is driven by a desire to strengthen governance and restore stability in Azad Kashmir, where the recent crisis exposed weaknesses in leadership and coordination.
