Barrister Daniyal Chaudhry Urges Women to Enter Assemblies Through General Elections
Commerce Desk
Rawalpindi :The Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) inaugurated its two-day Women’s Business & Lifestyle Expo 2026 at the Chamber House on 21 October. Federal Parliamentary Secretary for Information and Broadcasting Barrister Daniyal Chaudhry opened the exhibition, which features more than 40 stalls offering clothing, fashion, home décor, beauty products, jewellery, herbal products and handicrafts by women entrepreneurs.
Chaudhry said women are integral to society and the national economy, pointing to Punjab’s Chief Minister and women in key ministerial roles as evidence of their growing role in governance. He said he does not favour reserved seats for women, preferring that they contest general elections and enter assemblies through direct public representation. He also pledged continued support for the business community.
RCCI President Nosherwan Khalil Khan said the expo gives women a platform to showcase products, connect with customers, build networks and expand their businesses. Expo Chairperson Naila Tassadaq said it aims to encourage innovation and entrepreneurial capability.
Former RCCI President Sohail Altaf stressed government-business coordination for economic improvement. Provincial Assembly member Imran Ilyas promised to raise businesswomen’s concerns in the assembly and push for a supportive business environment.
