PML-N formed govt in Punjab due to my favour: Zardari

President Zardari says Shahbaz Sharif was in power in Punjab only due to his kindness. Speaking to a public gathering in Khairpur on Sunday Asif Zardari said that general elections will be held on time which will be transparent and free. The president expressed the confidence PPP will sweep the upcoming elections as it has served masses following the vision of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto. He said opponents of PPP were unnerved but they will continue the policy of reconciliation. President Zardari said Shahbaz Sharif is in power in Punjab only due to his kindness. He vowed to sit in Punjab on permanent basis soon to solve the problems of the people. He said PPP government following the vision of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto is making sincere efforts to overcome all problems being faced by the people. Zardari said Shaheed Benazir Bhutto laid her life for the cause of poor people but never compromised on principles. He said the PPP is determined to overcome challenges being faced by the country with the support of the people. President Zardari said concrete measures are being taken to reduce power load-shedding through implementing long and short terms plans. He directed provincial ministers and elected representatives to concentrate on resolution of problems of the people. He also asked the people to have close eyes on the development activities in their areas. Earlier, President Zardari also held meetings with the people belonging to various segments of the society and listened to their problems.