Falak Sher
Mardan
Leaders and officials of various wings of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have termed the protest and long march on 27 September as a movement to protect Pakistan, democracy and the rule of law, saying that this march is not limited to the release of PTI founder Imran Khan but is also for the restoration of democracy and the rule of law. Addressing a press conference at Mardan Press Club, PTI leaders Haris Toru, District General Secretary Shahid Anwar, Press Secretary Riaz Ur Rehman, President of Insaf Lawyers Forum (ILF) Sajjad Ahmed Advocate and others said that the country is currently in a serious crisis and some members of the ruling elite have also admitted that the current system has failed and the country is facing serious problems.
They said that Imran Khan is a symbol of national federation and national unity and according to them, he is the only one who has the ability to bring the country out of the current crisis.
The speakers alleged that the electoral process has been disrespected while constitutional and legal institutions have been rendered ineffective. He also accused the rulers of wasting public resources on buying billions of rupees worth of aircraft from the national exchequer and other expenses.
PTI leaders, citing the recent youth-led protests in India, said that youth can play an important role in bringing about political change. They appealed to all political parties and the public to join this peaceful movement for the protection of Pakistan.
Haris Toru announced that a grand public gathering would be held in Toro area of Mardan on 18 September , which would be addressed by the central and provincial leadership of PTI, including provincial president Junaid Akbar.
He claimed that preparations for the long march on 27 September have been completed and there is great enthusiasm among PTI workers and supporters across the country. He said that the aim of this movement is to find solutions to the political, economic and constitutional crises facing the country and to strengthen democracy and the rule of law.
