PTI divided over Sept 27 long march
Central leaders say not consulted on Islamabad march
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party is divided over the decision to hold a long march towards Islamabad on September 27, according to reports. Central Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram confirmed that the party was not consulted before the announcement, contradicting claims by Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Information Minister Shafi Jan.
Jan asserted that the decision was made in consultation with the party and its allies, suggesting the march would continue until the party's objectives are achieved. However, the local PTI chapter in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa expressed opposition to the proposed march, with the hashtag "27 September Long March Na Manzoor" (unacceptable) circulating on social media.
Despite this, Jan maintained that the Islamabad march would not be limited to a single day and could extend for several days. PTI leaders, including a senior party member, denied being consulted about the decision, stating that Sohail Afridi, K-P Chief Minister, made the announcement and could act independently.
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