
By Irum Saleem
After remaining largely inactive on the streets for more than two months, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is now preparing to stage a strong political comeback. The party has announced a major public gathering in Lahore on February 8, which is expected to be a significant show of strength amid ongoing political turmoil. PTI leaders believe this rally will not only re-energize its support base but also send a clear message to both the government and the international community about its resilience and continued popularity.
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However, the Punjab government appears determined to counter PTI’s efforts. Authorities are reportedly working on a comprehensive plan to neutralize the protest before it gains momentum. Law enforcement agencies have been put on high alert, and there are indications that preventive measures, including roadblocks, arrests, and restrictions on movement, may be imposed to curb the demonstrations. Government officials argue that such steps are necessary to maintain law and order, particularly given the volatile political climate.
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At the same time, PTI has intensified its international outreach by appealing to the Trump administration to take notice of what it describes as systematic human rights violations against its leaders and supporters. The party claims that fresh police raids have led to unlawful arrests, harassment, and suppression of dissent, which it believes should be condemned by the global community. By reaching out to the U.S., PTI aims to increase international pressure on the Pakistani government, highlighting what it sees as an erosion of democratic freedoms.
In a significant political move, PTI Chairman Imran Khan has directly called on his party workers to come out in large numbers and take to the streets starting next month. He has urged his supporters to stand firm against what he calls “state oppression” and continue their struggle for justice, democracy, and fair political representation. With his call to action, PTI is expected to launch a new wave of protests that could once again reshape the country’s political landscape, setting the stage for heightened tensions between the opposition and the ruling authorities.
As the date for the Lahore rally approaches, all eyes will be on how the government responds to PTI’s renewed activism and whether the party can successfully mobilize public support despite the growing restrictions against it. PAK DESTINY