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| PTI leadership speaks to media during a press conference as political tensions continue to shape the national landscape |
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced plans to hold a public rally at Liaquat Bagh in Rawalpindi on April 9, warning that it may take legal action if permission for the event is not granted.
The date coincides with the anniversary of the 2022 no-confidence vote that led to the removal of PTI founder Imran Khan from office.
Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad alongside Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and other party leaders, PTI KP President Junaid Akbar said the party intends to exercise its right to peaceful protest.
He warned that if permission is denied, protests could take place in other areas as well.
During the press conference, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister emphasized that PTI workers are a political force and not an armed group, while urging the government to issue a no-objection certificate (NOC) for the rally.
He also criticized the economic situation, stating that a large portion of the population is facing financial hardship.
The announcement follows a meeting of opposition leaders in Islamabad, where political strategy and future plans were discussed.
PTI leadership maintained that the rally is aimed at demonstrating the party’s commitment to peaceful political activity.
Further developments are expected as authorities respond to the request.