Ahmad Khan Bhachar
Ahmad Khan Bhachar is a prominent Pakistani politician and currently serves as the Leader of the Opposition in the Punjab Assembly. He is known for his active role in advocating for democratic values and civil rights within the province. Recently, he was in the news for filing petitions challenging the Prevention of Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Act, 2025, arguing that the law infringes upon fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution. His efforts reflect the ongoing concerns among lawmakers and journalists regarding the implications of electronic crime legislation on freedom of expression and information.
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Ahmad Khan Bhachar was arrested following his conviction in a May 9 case.
Chaos in Punjab PA as lawmakers come to blows - Pakistan
Pakistan· 2025-07-29
Ahmad Khan Bhachar is mentioned as the Opposition Leader who has been convicted.
Rumpus in PA over PTI leaders’ conviction - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-07-28
Ahmad Khan Bhachar criticised the government’s handling of recent floods and soaring prices.
Punjab Assembly speaker bins pleas for PTI MPAs’ disqualification - PakistanPakistan· 2025-07-20
Opposition leader Ahmad Khan Bhachar stated that they will never enter the house without their suspended colleagues.
Punjab Assembly talks progress, but PTI stands firm on suspensions - PakistanPakistan· 2025-07-18
Leader of Opposition Ahmad Khan Bhachar criticized the absence of home department officials from the gallery.
Audit exposes Rs245.5m arms ‘disappearance’ from Punjab police stores - PakistanPakistan· 2025-05-28
Opposition Leader Ahmad Khan Bhachar was arrested outside Adiala Jail, prompting protests from opposition members.
Punjab Assembly stands united in opposition to wheat policy - PakistanPakistan· 2025-04-19
Ahmad Khan Bhachar is the Leader of the Opposition in the Punjab Assembly who filed petitions challenging the Prevention of Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Act, 2025.
PTA, home dept get more time to respond to pleas opposing Peca - PakistanPakistan· 2025-03-06