ISLAMABAD *The Bahawalpur National Awami Party from the South Punjab, hasdecided to merge into Imran Khan’s PTI.*

Nawab Salahuddin Abbasi, the leader of BNAP, has reportedly agreed to mergehis party with the PTI.

However, the decision is likely to be announced on May 24 (Thursday).

The sources said Mr. Abbasi would contest upcoming election from NA-174 onPTI’s ticket.

The PTI has also confirmed the development.

Nawab Abbasi is a strong campaigner of restoration of Bahawalpur provinceand an influential figure in South Punjab region.

The Nawab had formed his party in 2010. He has been elected MNA fromAhmadpur Sharqia five times.