Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui
Coverage of Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui in the Nexus archive.
- Karachi police register case under terrorism law following scuffle at MQM-P's Karachi headquarters
Karachi police registered a terrorism case following a scuffle at Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan’s headquarters, where two groups clashed, resulting in injuries and heavy firing. The incident occurred during an internal party meeting, with suspects including Azhar alias Lumba, Zeeshan Habib, and 20-25 others. The FIR cited multiple charges under the Pakistan Penal Code and Anti-Terrorism Act.
- No arrest made so far in MQM-P office violence in Karachi, police say
Police in Karachi have not registered a case or made arrests following a violent clash between two factions of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) at their Bahadurabad headquarters, where a man was wounded by bullets. The police reported heavy firing and denied sealing the office, stating they are awaiting higher authorities to proceed legally and have increased patrols due to resident fears.
- Scuffle and chaos mar MQM-P meeting as two groups clash at party's Bahadurabad office
A scuffle and chaos occurred at an MQM-P meeting in Bahadurabad, Karachi, between supporters of two rival groups led by Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui and Mustafa Kamal. One person was injured with a firearm wound, and police secured the scene. The incident led to the postponement of a planned press conference.
- ‘Enough is enough’: MQM-P leaders, Shahid Khaqan back creation of new administrative units
MQM-P leaders Dr Farooq Sattar and Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui and former premier Shahid Khaqan Abbasi supported creating new administrative units in Pakistan to address population growth and governance challenges. They emphasized the need for structural reforms and effective service delivery, citing Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi's proposed framework.
- MQM-P steps up campaign for creation of new provinces
MQM-P intensifies campaign for new provinces, citing governance failures in Sindh. Party chairman Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui and senior leader Mustafa Kamal separately highlighted demands for administrative reforms, with internal rifts noted as they did not attend each other's events.
- New urban province termed ‘an unavoidable necessity’
Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan Chairman Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui advocates for creating a new urban province in Sindh due to Karachi's growing population and economic significance. Participants in a Karachi dialogue highlighted chronic governance issues, poor local government systems, and the need for administrative reforms to address the city's challenges.
- MQM-P delegation calls on PM Shehbaz ahead of budget; party leader says Rs20bn allocation sought for Karachi projects
A delegation from the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss the FY2026-27 budget and development projects for Sindh. The MQM-P sought Rs20 billion for Karachi projects and Rs5 billion for Hyderabad, with the PM assuring sufficient allocations and funding for the Greater Karachi Bulk Water Supply Scheme and the M-9 Motorway.