18th Amendment to be modified with consensus of federating units: President Alvi

ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi ruled out the possibility of revoking the 18th Constitutional Amendment but dropped hints that possible modifications may be done to improve it.

During an interview on Friday, the head of state that the improvement is the 18th Amendment will be done with complete consensus of all federating units.

“The 18th Amendment is part of Pakistan’s Constitution; if the Constitution can be modified, then why not this particular amendment?” he had stated.

Stressing on a social revolution, President Alvi stated: “Our country has moved out of the shadow of terrorism and extremism. We are now heading towards economic progress. At this point, religious scholars must lead a social revolution and generate public awareness on issues such as cleanliness, civic responsibilities and malnutrition.”

He further expressed hope that Pakistan’s course of development cannot be put off easily: “We are a nuclear power and one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Our people are generous and industrious and I believe nothing can deter Pakistan’s journey to progress.”