Sindh Assembly Passes Resolution Against Karachi Province Creation

On February 21, 2026, the Sindh Assembly passed a resolution declaring Karachi an "inseparable part" of the province, firmly rejecting any proposals for the city to be carved out as a separate administrative unit. This resolution was met with strong opposition from the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P), which termed it unconstitutional. Following the resolution, on February 23, PPP's parliamentary leader in the Senate, Sherry Rehman, expressed the party's displeasure over recent statements advocating for a separate Karachi province, labeling them as reckless and a direct provocation to national unity. She emphasized that the PPP is the custodian of Sindh's unity and will not allow any undermining of it. This political conflict is underscored by historical grievances and ongoing governance issues in Karachi, which is home to over 40 million people, according to MQM-P claims. The resolution passed with support from various parties, including the PTI and Jamaat-e-Islami, while the MQM-P opposed it vehemently, highlighting the deepening political rift in Sindh. The situation remains tense as the MQM-P continues to advocate for Karachi's recognition as a federal territory, citing governance challenges and population undercounting in the latest census.