Speaker Finalizes Members for 40 Standing Committees in Pakistan’s National Assembly

This move underscores the National Assembly’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and effective governance.

Islamabad– The Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, has officially finalized the members for 40 Standing Committees, including the Public Accounts Committee. This decision follows a motion adopted during the National Assembly session on 17th May 2024.

The National Assembly Secretariat confirmed the composition of these committees through Circular No. F.1(1)/2024-Com/Coord, dated 12th June 2024. These committees play a crucial role in the legislative process, scrutinizing bills, overseeing government operations, and ensuring accountability across various sectors.

The finalized committees are:

1. Aviation
2. Cabinet Secretariat
3. Climate Change and Environmental Coordination
4. Commerce
5. Communication
6. Defence
7. Defence Production
8. Economic Affairs Division
9. Energy (Petroleum Division)
10. Federal Education, Professional Training & National Heritage and Culture
11. Finance & Revenue
12. Foreign Affairs
13. Government Assurance
14. Housing and Works
15. Human Rights
16. Industries and Production
17. Information and Broadcasting
18. Information Technology and Telecommunication
19. Interior
20. Inter-Provincial Coordination
21. Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan
22. Law & Justice
23. Maritime Affairs
24. Narcotics Control
25. National Food Security and Research
26. National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination
27. Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development
28. Parliamentary Affairs
29. Planning Development and Special Initiatives
30. Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety Division
31. Energy (Power Division)
32. Privatization
33. Railways
34. Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony
35. Rules of Procedure and Privileges
36. Science and Technology
37. States and Frontier Regions
38. Water Resources
39. House & Library
40. Public Accounts Committee

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The Speaker’s decision marks a significant step in strengthening parliamentary oversight and legislative efficiency. Each committee will be responsible for addressing issues within their respective domains, ensuring comprehensive governance and policy implementation.

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This move underscores the National Assembly’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and effective governance. The finalized committees are expected to convene soon, setting the stage for robust legislative activity in the coming months.