Pakistan Tehreek-I-Insaf (PTI)has appointed renowned fashion designer Khadija Shah as the national lead for strategic communications and outreach for its election analysis and management cell.
This announcement was shared via a post on social media dated August 2nd, 2024. The notification was issued on August 27th, 2024. Shah who is an active party follower shared the notification on her social media account of Instagram.
In a surprising move last month Khadija Shah also revoked her US nationality, to accept the reserved seat in the national assembly. She was offered the seat by former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan awarded Pakistani fashion designer Khadija Shah in recognition of her sacrifices on International Women’s Day.
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At an event on Thursday, she was hailed for her sacrifices and continued stance for her rights and women’s empowerment. While receiving the award, Khadija Shah delivered a powerful and heartwarming speech.
The celebrated designer also hailed the high women participation in the recent general elections. Shah expressed her gratitude for receiving the award. Once again reiterated her support for human rights and women’s empowerment.
She remained in custody for nearly nine months in the cases related to May 9th, 2024. She was granted bail in December last year. After surrendering to Punjab police in Lahore on May 23, Shah, known for her strong support for PTI, had been in custody for months over allegations of her involvement in the violent protests following the arrest of PTI founder Imran Khan in a corruption case.
Shah, accused of attacking military installations, including the Jinnah House where Corp Commander Lahore resided, was held for seven days by Quetta police for further investigation into the May 9 riots.