RAWALPINDI: In a recent statement, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) acknowledged that he had indeed called for a peaceful protest outside the General Headquarters (GHQ). The revelation came during an informal conversation with media representatives at Adiala Jail on Monday.
The PTI founder recounted the turbulent events of March 14 and March 18 of the previous year. On March 14, he claimed that despite receiving assurances from lawyers about their support in an ongoing investigation, his residence was raided by Rangers and police. He described the raid as a ransacking of his home.
Further elaborating on the events of March 18, he mentioned that the police had again targeted him during his appearance at the judicial complex. He expressed his belief that the police’s actions were aimed at his arrest, which prompted him to call for a peaceful protest outside the GHQ.
This admission follows a recent development in which a seven-day physical remand for the PTI founder and his wife, Bushra Bibi, was approved in connection with the Toshakhana case. The PTI leader’s acknowledgment of his call for protest adds another layer to the ongoing legal and political drama surrounding his case.
The founder of the PTI provided insights into his reaction to the legal pressures and police interventions he had encountered. His appeal for a peaceful demonstration was a strategic measure aimed at addressing his concerns regarding possible arrest.
As the situation unfolds, the PTI founder’s statements may influence public perception and political dynamics. His call for a peaceful protest, coupled with his ongoing legal challenges, reflects the broader tensions between his party and the current administration. The outcome of his case and subsequent legal proceedings could have significant implications for Pakistan’s political landscape.
