From all over Pakistan, huge protests have been observed, which are no less than those organized in Bangladesh seeking the release of Imran Khan. A three-year sentence was given to the former prime minister in the Toshakhana case on August 5, 2023. He remains the prime bone of contention in the political unrest faced by the country. Protesters, mostly belonging to Khan’s PTI party, demand his immediate release.
The calls for his release are getting louder, while the PTI claims that heavy firing by the army on protesters in Islamabad has caused numerous causalities. The leadership of PTI accused the government of imposing an unofficial martial law to respond to the protests. But despite the heavy-handedness of the military, PTI persists with the claim that their fight for Khan’s release will not be silenced.
Khan is the 22nd prime minister of Pakistan, serving from August 2018 to April 2022; he still commands a huge following, mainly from his fanbase. More than two years have gone by since Khan was ousted from power. His case tally, which he claims was politically motivated, has crossed 150. Now, with his sentencing under Section 174 of the Election Act, the public outcry has grown even stronger, and people want Khan out of jail.
Followers try for the release of Imran Khan with great determination
The release of Imran Khan is now a rallying cry for millions of Pakistanis. Protestors regard the cases filed against Khan, which also include the Toshakhana and Iddat cases. It is considered as one big political move to keep him quiet. Be that as it may, Khan’s followers will not let their hopes falter. They organize mass protests and demand his bail.
With tensions high, the release of Imran Khan remains one of the prime focuses of public unrest in the country. The government and military of Pakistan prepare for further escalation as protests mount to keep the nation on high alert. It is due to one of the largest political movements in recent history.
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