Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founding Chairman and former prime minister Imran Khan on Wednesday voiced his support for the recent declaration of the Corps Commanders' Conference, stressing the need for stringent punishment for those responsible for the May 9 mayhem.
Speaking to the media from Adiala Jail, Mr Imran called for a thorough investigation into the incident through CCTV footage.
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Expressing concern over the absence of a judicial commission to probe the May 9 tragedy, Khan questioned the lack of interest in an independent inquiry.
Imran laments ECP's decision over reserved seats
Moreover, he demanded accountability for those involved, stressing that democracy was undermined by denying reserved seats to PTI.
Khan stated the failure to allocate reserved seats to PTI as unconstitutional, drawing parallels to past electoral injustices in East Pakistan.
He warned that rigged elections could have severe repercussions for the country's economy, accusing the Sharif family of prioritising power over democratic principles.
Accusing the caretaker government and the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) of facilitating election rigging, the fprmer premier challenged the legitimacy of the electoral process. He proposed auditing four specific constituencies to address concerns of rigging.
Former premier deplores treason accusations
Refuting accusations of treason and challenging attempts to stifle dissent, Khan asserted the resilience of PTI's stance against authoritarianism.
He emphasised the importance of transparent elections for political stability and economic prosperity, underlining the need for a stable government to address the country's challenges.
In his remarks, Khan reiterated his commitment to upholding democratic values and resisting oppression, signaling a determined stance amidst ongoing political tensions.
