Sir — Whatever be the charges of rigging, the election results make it clear that the voters of Pakistan were tired of both the Pakistan Muslim league (Nawaz) and the Pakistan Peoples Party and wanted a change. Cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan broadened his voter base by promising a “new Pakistan” that is free of corruption. It is time for him to keep his promise and bring about that change for the better.
Khan’s innings as Prime Minister will be closely watched for his initiatives on the social and economic fronts, his equation with the military and religious hardliners, and his policy towards India. He should handle India-Pakistan relations with great sensitivity.
It is vital for India and Pakistan to establish peace. Pakistan could do well to invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi for Khan’s swearing-in ceremony as a goodwill gesture. And if it does, Prime Minister Modi should definitely make use of that opportunity to repair relations.