Imran's key message from jail is to 'stick firmly to the ideology': PTI secretary general

Imran Khan, the founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, has emphasized to his party leaders that they must "stick firmly to the ideology" of the party, according to PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja. Raja shared these details on Thursday following a meeting with Imran Khan at Adiala jail, where Imran discussed his legal and health issues with lawyers Barrister Salman Safdar and Advocate Latif Khosa.

The meeting, which lasted at least three hours, primarily focused on these matters, although specifics were not disclosed to prevent potential political statements from the government. Raja, who had multiple conversations with Barrister Safdar post-meeting, reported that Imran's message was clear: adhere to the party's ideology and stand firm against any form of compromise.

Imran also reiterated his support for opposition leaders Mehmood Khan Achakzai and Allama Raja Nasir Abbas, highlighting their steadfastness and refusal to "bow down or be sold." The PTI secretary general also addressed the formation of new provinces, stating that Imran is committed to his ideology of democracy and public welfare, prioritizing the will of the people.

Concerns about Imran's health, including his blood pressure reaching 193 on Saturday, were noted, though the PTI remains focused on his well-being. Raja elaborated that Imran's directive to him was to maintain party principles and move forward, rejecting any notion of internal dissent. On the proposed 28th constitutional amendment, Raja indicated that he would present this matter to party leadership first, acknowledging the potential for internal disagreements within the party.