Political uncertainty has again gripped the country as the MQM and JUI-F have resolved not to withdraw their motions for the de-seating of the PTI members of the National Assembly (NA). JUI-F chief Fazlur Rehman and MQM chief Altaf Hussain have mutually agreed that they will go for a vote over the de-seating of the PTI lawmakers. Both parties claim that the motions are as per the law and Constitution. Other stakeholder parties, who can play a decisive role in this controversy, are presenting their viewpoint and line of action. The PPP has announced that it would support the PTI members in retaining their seats. Although the PML-N is in majority in the NA, its leadership has expressed apprehensions that the party members might divide when the voting is held. Currently, the PML-N leadership is making efforts to persuade the MQM and JUI-F to withdraw their motions. Besides forming a four-member committee, the premier himself wants an end to this uncertainty. The PML-N leadership is hopeful that they will convince both parties not to press the de-seating resolutions in parliament. On the other hand, the PTI wants an early decision on the issue. PTI chairman Imran Khan has said that they will re-contest elections if de-seated. While signing an agreement regarding the result of the Judicial Commission’s report, both parties never thought about the present scenario that could take the shape of a political crisis. Amidst all this controversy, no one is caring about the national interest. Rather, political parties are more concerned about their own preferences. Our politicians need to understand this simple logic that our country is not in a position to afford such controversies any further. Already, the silliness of the PTI has wasted everyone’s time. During the 126-day sit-in, the PTI has made most of the political parties their rivals by hurling accusations against their heads. Imran has not changed his attitude and still utters impulsive statements again and again. His new demand about a probe into the involvement of the army generals in organising the PTI’s sit-in lacks wisdom. He has urged the PML-N to try General Pasha if it is proved that he had supported the PTI during its protest movement. It’s time for the PTI to do away with its stubborn policies. How can the PML-N take action against General Pasha, when it has so far failed to prosecute President Musharraf? The PTI need not provoke any other political party any more. It needs to show some maturity and avoid further follies. So far, the PPP and PML-N are acting sensibly. They do not want the system to collapse and other political forces should support them in this just cause. Our politicians should bury the past and divert all their energies to the real issues that are troubling the masses. *