NA, Senate to Convene Today Following Passage of 27th Amendment

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly and Senate will meet separately on Thursday, marking their first sessions after the passage of the 27th  Amendment, which has set the stage for a new legislative cycle and renewed parliamentary activity.

According to the National Assembly Secretariat, the lower house will convene with a 15-point agenda, featuring legislative items, policy discussions and public-interest matters regarding 27th Amendment. Among the key issues, MNA Anjum Aqeel Khan is expected to raise concerns about inadequate transport facilities for students enrolled in federal government schools and colleges in Islamabad. The notice seeks the attention of the federal education minister and highlights the growing public frustration over limited transport options, which has caused daily hardships for thousands of students across the capital.

Parliamentary observers say the issue has been repeatedly highlighted by parents and student groups, who argue that rising fuel costs, insufficient government buses and irregular transport schedules have disrupted academic routines. The matter is likely to prompt debate on whether the government plans to enhance transport fleets or collaborate with private operators to ease pressure on the system.

Senate to take up food safety authority bill

The Senate’s session will run parallel to the National Assembly meeting, with the federal minister for food security set to introduce legislation for the creation of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority. The proposed body aims to strengthen regulatory oversight of agricultural trade, streamline standards, and improve food safety mechanisms—areas where Pakistan has faced repeated challenges in domestic markets and international exports.

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Government officials believe the authority could help modernise agricultural supply chains, harmonise safety regulations and boost Pakistan’s competitiveness in global food markets. However, the bill is expected to draw scrutiny from opposition lawmakers regarding its administrative structure, funding requirements and the authority’s coordination with provincial governments.

Senator raises concern over blocked bank accounts

The Senate will also take up a calling-attention notice submitted by Senator Jan Muhammad, who has sought clarification from the finance minister regarding the blocking of bank accounts belonging to sitting and former MNAs, senators and MPAs. According to the notice, commercial banks reportedly acted on instructions from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), prompting concerns among lawmakers about due process, transparency and the criteria used to flag political account holders.

The senator is expected to ask whether the SBP issued a blanket directive, acted on regulatory findings, or responded to compliance concerns raised by international financial bodies. The issue has triggered debate among parliamentarians who argue that such actions must be accompanied by clear justification to avoid perceptions of political bias.

Both houses are expected to witness active debate as legislators settle into post-amendment proceedings and engage with fresh policy matters.