The Dr Gohar Ejaz-led group has achieved a resounding victory in the annual elections of the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA), securing a perfect 24-0 margin over its rival panel. The results, announced from Lahore, mark the group’s 17th consecutive electoral triumph in the influential textile industry body.
New Leadership Elected
Asad Shafi has been elected as the Central Chairman of APTMA, while Siddiq Javed Bhatti will serve as Chairman of APTMA North. The landslide win saw the Gohar Ejaz group capture every contested seat, reinforcing its dominant position within Pakistan’s textile sector.
Textile Sector’s Economic Weight
Speaking at a press conference following the election, APTMA Patron-in-Chief Dr Gohar Ejaz underscored the industry’s vital role in the national economy. He noted that the textile sector accounts for more than 60 percent of Pakistan’s total exports, a figure that highlights its centrality to the country’s trade performance.
“The textile industry has raised Pakistan’s flag across the world,” Dr Ejaz stated, emphasizing the sector’s contribution to both export revenues and the nation’s international standing. He congratulated the newly elected office-bearers and said the election results reflected the textile industry’s confidence in the group’s leadership.
Confidence in Continuity
The 24-0 sweep sends a clear signal of unity among APTMA members behind the Gohar Ejaz group’s agenda. With the textile sector facing global competition and domestic energy challenges, the decisive mandate provides the new leadership with a strong platform to advocate for industry-friendly policies.
Observers note that the group’s long winning streak—now spanning 17 consecutive elections—underscores its ability to navigate complex regulatory and economic landscapes while maintaining the trust of mill owners across Pakistan.
