PPP Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari spoke out against the PML-N, calling the regime of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif a dictatorship for PPP workers. He praised the dedication of ‘jiyalas’ in resisting past dictatorships and expressed hope for the PPP’s success in Punjab if given a fair opportunity. He emphasized the party’s focus on addressing issues such as inflation, poverty, and unemployment while also mentioning plans to launch relief programs if voted into power. The PPP parliamentary board also held a meeting to discuss suitable candidates for the upcoming elections.