In a surprising turn of events, Asad Umar, the Secretary General and a core committee member of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has announced his resignation from party positions. Speaking at a press conference, Umar emphasized that his decision was not influenced by any external pressure but was a personal choice. He highlighted the PTI's popularity as evident from recent surveys and pointed to the party's victory in a by-election as a testament to its widespread support.
Umar further mentioned that both the Chief Justice of Pakistan and the Core Commander conference had previously advocated for problem-solving through dialogue, underscoring the importance of peaceful negotiations. His resignation follows the Islamabad High Court's order for his immediate release.
The PTI, already grappling with internal turmoil, faced additional setbacks as Fawad Chaudhry, the senior vice president, also announced his resignation from the party position and his departure from chairman Imran Khan's camp. These resignations come in the wake of violent clashes that erupted across Pakistan after Imran Khan's arrest at the Islamabad High Court on May 9.
The arrest triggered protests in both remote and major cities, with PTI workers expressing their agitation. Regions such as Balochistan, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Islamabad witnessed demonstrations, prompting authorities to call upon the armed forces to maintain law and order. The protests took a violent turn, with attacks being carried out on army installations and the Corps Commander's house in Lahore.
The PTI has experienced a series of defections since the May 9 violence, with several lawmakers and members parting ways with the party. Among those who resigned were former human rights minister Shireen Mazari and former Punjab minister Fayyaz ul Hassan Chohan.
The political landscape in Pakistan remains tense as the PTI deals with internal divisions and the fallout from the recent arrests. The situation calls for immediate attention and concerted efforts to restore stability and address the concerns of all parties involved.
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