Muhammad Anwar Khan (Pakistani politician)
Muhammad Anwar Khan | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Provincial Assembly of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | |
| Assumed office February 2024 | |
| President | District President Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Upper Dir |
| Constituency | PK-13 Upper Dir-III |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Upper Dir District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan |
| Political party | Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf/Independent |
| Children | Danyal Anwar and Zaid Anwar |
| Residence | Insaf House Panakot Upper Dir |
Muhammad Anwar Khan (Urdu: محمد انور خان ) is a Pakistani politician from Upper Dir District. He is currently serving as a member of the Provincial Assembly of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa since Feb 2024 for the second time. Initially he was elected as MPA In 2008. He is Also serving as District President Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Upper Dir.
Electoral Journey
[edit]His commitment to public service extended beyond party affiliations. In the 2002 General Elections, he contested for a National Assembly seat under the PPP banner.[1]
In the 2008 General Elections, Anwar Khan secured a seat in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly (PK-91) as a member of the Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians (PPPP).[2]
Later, Anwar Khan joined the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and became the District President of PTI in Upper Dir in 2021.[3]
In the 2024 general elections, Muhammad Anwar Khan ran as an independent candidate associated with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party in PK-13 (Upper Dir-III). He garnered an impressive 32,043 votes, securing his victory.[4]
Early Political Involvement
[edit]Anwar Khan’s political journey began in 1982 when he joined the People Students Federation (PSF). As a PSF member, he played an active role in student politics. Notably, he served as the PSF President at Islamia College Peshawar during 1984-85. His commitment to student welfare and activism shaped his early years in politics. Anwar Khan’s dedication led him to become the founder and president of the Dir Student Union. His leadership within the student community laid the foundation for his future endeavors. In 1988-89, he was elected as the General Secretary of PSF at Peshawar University, further solidifying his influence in student politics.[2]
Education and Business Background
[edit]Anwar Khan holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Law (L.L.B). His legal education equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for public service.[2]
Career
[edit]He contested the 2024 general elections as a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf/Independent candidate from PK-13 Upper Dir-III. He secured 32,043 votes. His runner-up was Inayatullah Khan of Jamaat-e-Islami who secured 22,457 votes.[4][5]
References
[edit]- ^ "NA 33 Upper Dir Detail Election 2002 Result All Candidate Votes". www.electionpakistani.com. Retrieved 2024-09-07.
- ^ a b c "Muhammad Anwar Khan PK-91-2008/PK-13-2024 – PAKP". Retrieved 2024-09-07.
- ^ Report, BR Web Desk | Recorder (2019-12-19). "Ex-PPP stalwart of Dir Upper joins PTI". Brecorder. Retrieved 2024-09-07.
- ^ a b "PK-13 Election Result 2024 Upper Dir 3, Candidates List".
- ^ "Independent candidate Anwar Khan wins PK-13 election". 9 February 2024.
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