NA speaker accepts resignation given by BNP-M chief Akhtar Mengal

National Assembly (NA) Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Wednesday accepted the resignation given by Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) chief Sardar Akhtar Mengal, reported 24NewsHD TV channel while quoting its sources.

Sardar Akhtar Mengal, who was annoyed with the government after the passage of the 27th constitutional amendment and due to some other issues, had resigned from the NA on September 3, 2025.

Mengal was elected as an MNA from Khuzdar (NA-256) in the general elections held on February 8, 2025.

The veteran politician’s resignation came amid heightened security tensions in Balochistan after deadly attacks and increased protests over past months against enforced disappearances.

In a letter addressed to NA Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, Mengal said the “prevailing situation in Balochistan has compelled me to take this step”.

“Our province has consistently been marginalised and ignored by this House. Each day, we are pushed further against the wall, leaving us with no choice but to reconsider our roles.

“The lack of genuine representation in this Assembly for the people of Balochistan has left voices like mine unable to bring meaningful change.”

Reporter: Usman Khan