LAHORE: Bilal Azhar Kiani, State Minister for Finance and Railways has asserted that Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) along with his party is adopting the rhetoric of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
While addressing the press at the 124-kilometer Jhelum Road construction site, Kiani stated that the project is slated for completion within six months, which will alleviate challenges faced by the inhabitants of Jhelum and nearby regions.
Kiani mentioned that PTI and its founder are focusing their criticism on the military, which has traditionally ensured Pakistan’s successes against adversaries. PTI is assaulting the state under the guise of politics. No genuine patriot would employ the rhetoric that PTI and its founder are utilizing, he stated.
He further claimed that PTI supporters spreading false information abroad are facing consequences.
Government resources reportedly used at PTI Kohat rally
During a Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) rally in Kohat, government resources were used for the preparation which have sparked significant criticism.
In preparation for the arrival of the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the local administration implemented special measures to clean the roads and improve access routes.
Eyewitnesses reported that government machinery was deployed on various highways and main routes leading up to the PTI rally.
Videos of the cleaning efforts have gone viral on social media, showing cleaning staff and government vehicles actively engaged in these tasks, prompting a renewed debate within political circles.
Local residents and witnesses claim that abundant government resources are being used for the PTI Kohat rally, suggesting that these measures were taken specifically to enhance the visual appeal of the rally before the Chief Minister’s arrival.
It is important to note that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has previously stated on several occasions that government resources will not be utilized for rallies, processions, and political activities.
However, the emerging videos and eyewitness accounts have cast doubt on these claims.
Public opinion indicates that if government resources were indeed used for political rallies, it contradicts the government’s assertions and violates the principles of transparent governance.
Many are urging the relevant authorities to provide clarification on this matter to alleviate public concerns.
As of now, there has been no official statement from the PTI or the district administration regarding these allegations.
However, the issue is being actively discussed on social media, with various groups calling for an investigation.
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