Criticism
In 2004, Mansha's group and his preferred candidate were defeated by a margin of two votes in the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA). Mansha subsequently resigned from APTMA.
According to his first interview to a foreign magazine, Mian Mansha stated that, "my net worth is about $4–5 billion." Indeed, there have been claims by many circles in Pakistan that the closely held group has a total capitalisation of nearly US$10 Billion (Rs. 800 billion). However, due to a mix of private and public companies in the group, it is not possible to accurately arrive at a definitive capitalization of sea ports.
D.G. Khan cement, which is part of Mansha's Nishat group, was once the target of violence by local people living near the factory. The issue was eventually resolved by discussions and increased security around the plant.
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