Federal Communications Minister Abdul Aleem Khan has issued a formal apology to Senator Palwasha Khan after a heated exchange during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Communications. The minister acknowledged that his remarks during the session crossed parliamentary norms and said he regretted the tone of the discussion, stressing his respect for the Senate and its members.
The confrontation erupted when Senator Palwasha questioned the transparency of a road project, alleging that public funds were being used in a manner that could benefit private interests. The discussion quickly turned confrontational, forcing the committee chairman to intervene and restore order amid rising tensions.
Following the apology, Senator Palwasha Khan reiterated that mutual respect is essential for effective parliamentary oversight and expressed hope that future committee proceedings would reflect professionalism and democratic decorum.
