Barrister Saif, the Information Advisor to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has sharply criticized the government’s handling of the political situation in the lead-up to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest scheduled for November 24. In a statement, Saif accused the government of losing control due to its aggressive crackdown on PTI workers, labeling the government as "fake" and claiming that its actions are a sign of desperation. Saif highlighted the inconsistency in the government's approach, noting that while they claim not to have enough support for a protest of 50 people, they are simultaneously rounding up PTI workers in a wide-scale effort. "Containers from all over Pakistan have been delivered to Islamabad for the 50 people," Saif remarked, suggesting that the government's response is exaggerated and disproportionate.

The Advisor also pointed out the extensive security measures being put in place, stating that forces from Punjab, Sindh, and Kashmir have been deployed in Islamabad in a bid to suppress the PTI's protest. According to Saif, the government's fear is palpable as it resorts to "high tactics" and is breaking records of fascism in its attempts to prevent PTI from reaching Islamabad. He added that the government's actions are trampling the constitution and the law, all in the name of their hatred for Imran Khan. Despite these efforts, Saif remained confident that PTI would successfully reach Islamabad and press its demands. He emphasized that PTI leaders, office bearers, workers, and supporters across the nation are united in their demand for the release of political prisoners, including Imran Khan.

Saif also dismissed rumors of internal divisions within PTI, suggesting that such news is being exaggerated by the government in a bid to create unrest within the party. "The news of PTI differences may be the wish of the fake government, but this is not the truth," he said. He expressed optimism about the growing enthusiasm among PTI’s youth for the upcoming protest, insisting that the party remains united. In a final comment, Saif mocked the government for holding press conferences instead of addressing the country's real issues. "Instead of entertaining themselves, they should prepare to make their government a reality," he said, adding that the government’s growing concerns about PTI’s popularity signal that it is losing control.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan