CM Afridi says decisions made behind ‘closed doors’ no longer acceptable

Chief Minister Sohail Afridi reiterated his intention to march to Islamabad on October 4, urging party members to reach the capital on motorcycles, bicycles, or even on foot if transport was not arranged. Addressing party workers at Pul Chowki Interchange in Malakand, Afridi declared they would reach Islamabad adorned with party flags if vehicles were not secured.

He stated that they would march on foot to honor the birthday of their leader, Imran Khan, on October 5. The event at Pul Chowki was to demonstrate solidarity with Provincial Minister Shakil Khan, who remained loyal to PTI founder Imran Khan. Afridi assured the crowd that plainclothes individuals could not deter them from following their ideology and pledged his unwavering support for Shakil Khan until the very end.

Regarding potential governor's rule in the province, Afridi emphasized that he was unconcerned about his position and would remain committed to his mission of securing Imran Khan's release from jail. He expressed his disappointment that the 26th and 27th Constitutional Amendments had crippled the judiciary, noting Imran Khan's cases had gone unaddressed for months.

Afridi argued that courts would finally become 'truly independent' and release him within half an hour. He emphasized that whenever Imran Khan's cases were heard, he would be freed quickly. Afridi stated that decisions made behind 'closed doors' would no longer be tolerated. He called upon PTI workers to stand up for their rights and future, and have faith in their leadership.

Afridi pointed out that the ruling party had undermined the economy, withholding wages from laborers and driving farmers to suicide, while youth left the country due to flawed policies. He accused PTI workers of being treated as second-class citizens and vowed that they would not retreat even an inch, proudly proclaiming their Pakistani patriotism.