Says DGTO declares the elections transparent, dismissing the objections raised by the opposing group
Our Commerce Reporter
LAHORE: Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) President Mian Abuzar Shad has expressed gratitude to the Director General Trade Organizations (DGTO) for ruling in favor of the LCCI in an appeal challenging the chamber’s elections.
He said the DGTO declared the elections transparent, dismissing the objections raised by the opposing group.
In a joint press conference, Mian Abuzar Shad was joined by Senior Vice President Engineer Khalid Usman, Vice President Shahid Nazir Chaudhry, and former LCCI presidents Mian Anjum Nisar and Muhammad Ali Mian. Abuzar Shad termed the DGTO’s decision as a victory for democracy, emphasising the rejection of the defeated group’s appeal demonstrated the transparency of the electoral process.
“The DGTO’s verdict is a testament to the fairness and transparency of the LCCI elections,” said Mian Abuzar Shad. He further added the DGTO validated the signatures of the Election Commissioner’s designated official on the ballot papers.
Engineer Khalid Usman also appreciated the decision, saying, “Decisions based on principles and justice are the key to success.”
He expressed his commitment that the LCCI remains committed to resolving the issues faced by its members.
Vice President Shahid Nazir Chaudhry added that the DGTO’s verdict guarantees the transparency and fairness of our victory.
The chamber’s leadership also acknowledged the efforts of their legal team, praising their thorough presentation of the facts.
