Islamabad, November 5,2026: The National Assembly passed a record 24 bills during its 30th session, reflecting efforts by Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq to build consensus among parliamentary parties and strengthen the legislative process.
According to a press release issued by the National Assembly Secretariat on Thursday, the session continued from October 13 to October 30, 2026, and saw the passage of 17 government bills and seven private members’ bills.
The National Assembly spokesperson said the Speaker’s efforts to bring parliamentary parties together on a common course of action had contributed significantly to the legislative achievements.
On the Speaker’s special directives, several meetings of the Select Committee were convened to make the legislative process more effective and consensual.
During these meetings, reservations and objections raised by government coalition parties and the opposition regarding proposed legislation were examined in detail.
Sustained consultations and negotiations helped resolve differences and build consensus on most issues, paving the way for the passage of important legislation.
Of the 17 government bills passed by the House, seven were transmitted to the Senate, while 10 were forwarded to the President for assent.
Similarly, five of the seven private members’ bills were transmitted to the Senate, while the remaining two were sent to the President for assent.
In addition to the legislation passed, a further 16 bills, comprising nine government bills and seven private members’ bills, were introduced during the session.
A motion regarding the constitution of the Parliamentary Committee on Electoral Reforms was also unanimously adopted.
The spokesperson said Speaker Ayaz Sadiq played a pivotal role in advancing the legislative agenda, prioritizing legislation concerning public interest and promoting coordination and consultations among parliamentary parties.
Representatives of parliamentary parties, officials of relevant ministries and officers of the National Assembly Secretariat participated in the Select Committee meetings.
Detailed deliberations on various bills helped resolve contentious issues and address differences, the spokesperson added.
To ensure that proceedings remained effective, purposeful and responsive to public concerns, the Speaker also ensured the presence of relevant ministers and parliamentary secretaries during Question Hour.
On his directions, senior officials of the concerned ministries were required to remain present in the galleries during Question Hour and proceedings on Calling Attention Notices.
The arrangement enabled members of the National Assembly to receive timely and authentic responses to their queries.
The Speaker also provided all parliamentary parties with appropriate opportunities to express their views, helping maintain a congenial, democratic and constructive atmosphere in the House.
Members were given opportunities to raise matters through points of order, contributing to constructive parliamentary debate and strengthening democratic institutions.
