Former PM Imran Khan’s Adiyala Jail Message Sparks Nationwide Movement
Call for Genuine Freedom from Adiyala Jail
- Imran Khan urged every Pakistani to join a nationwide movement for genuine freedom against a system of oppression.
- He stated that unity and peaceful resistance would collapse this system of darkness.
- Therefore, the movement that starts on August 5 will persist until we fully restore democracy.
End of Fear and Renewed Significance of August 14
- He declared that fear has been broken and people are no longer afraid.
- Thus, August 14 has regained its significance, marking a struggle against modern-day slavery similar to colonial freedom in 1947.
Critique of Political Fronts
- Imran Khan criticised PPP and PML-N as puppet fronts for Army Chief Asim Munir, akin to PML-Q’s role under Musharraf.
- These parties continue corruption under establishment cover, he added.
Erosion of Institutions and Fundamental Rights
- He warned that Asim Munir has now crippled institutions built over 77 years under a martial-law-like grip.
- Moreover, brutal censorship has silenced the media.
- The 26th Constitutional Amendment reduced the judiciary to a subservient department, he said.
Allegations of Electoral Fraud and Judicial Manipulation
- According to Imran, electoral fraud stole the people’s mandate and imposed criminals on the nation.
- Kangaroo courts hand out pre-written verdicts, undermining the Constitution with “Asim Law” rather than constitutional law.
False Convictions and Salute to PTI Workers
- He highlighted false convictions in Rawalpindi, Lahore, Sargodha, and Faisalabad, targeting PTI leaders and workers.
- He saluted those punished simply for standing on the side of truth.
Boycott of By-Elections
Imran announced that PTI will not field any candidates in the by-elections for seats unjustly vacated by disqualified members. This boycott is a protest against illegal and unconstitutional disqualifications.
Stance on KP Military Operations and Afghan Dialogue
- He sent a clear message to CM Ali Amin Gandapur: no military operation in KP or its tribal areas.
- Issues must be resolved through dialogue and local jirgas, not force.
- Meanwhile, he urged improved relations with Afghanistan, advocating resolution through discussion.
