PTI warns of street protests if govt backtracks from agreement
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LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan categorically stated that his party will take to the streets if Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) backtracks on the agreement to form a poll inquiry judicial commission.
While addressing a press conference in Lahore on Friday, Imran said PML-N is now putting pressure on PTI to change the memorandum of understanding (MoU) that lead to the consensus between the two parties on formation of a judicial commission to probe alleged rigging in the 2013 general election.
“The MoU was agreed upon by both the parties some three months back. The conflict of interest was on three terms of references (ToRs) of the proposed agreement which was later resolved, only after PTI showed some flexibility,” explained Imran.
But now, after signing of the agreement and its announcement in media, PML-N is hinting at backtracking from the agreement, which PTI will not allow at any cost, he asserted.
Also read: Govt agrees on judicial commission to probe election rigging
“We have shown flexibility and acceptance just for the sake of the people of the country. But if PML-N still plans to employ delaying tactics then we will be rightful in taking to the streets for justice.”
The PTI chief warned that his party will not hold further talks with the government if PML-N goes back on the agreement. “This is a clear message for Nawaz Sharif and Ishaq Dar. Let there be no doubt in it.”
Also read: PTI's return to NA hinges on formation of judicial commission
Earlier, PML-N had agreed to form the long-awaited judicial commission – on PTI's request – to probe irregularities and alleged rigging in the 2013 general election.
Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, flanked by PTI leaders Shah Mehmod Qureshi and Jahangir Tareen, had said the PTI had shown a lot of flexibility, which had made the agreement possible.
Dar also thanked members of the political jirga and appreciated their efforts in ensuring a democratic solution to the standoff between PML-N and PTI. "We are glad that finally a consensus has been achieved," added Dar.
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Mar 27, 2015 07:38pm
Legenday Khan only politician trying to fix the rot in our democractic system!! Geoo Khan saab keep the struggle going!!
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Mar 27, 2015 07:39pm
We were expecting this from govt as they were trapping IK. I salute your courage and determination IK. People of Pakistan will always remember your efforts to bring free and fair election 1st time in Pakistan.
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Mar 27, 2015 07:42pm
Sure khan sahab, i back u on this.
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Mar 27, 2015 07:43pm
We will support you IK til the last breath to ensure at least free and fair voting right to our upcoming generations.
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Mar 27, 2015 07:48pm
so IK thought that PMLn will agree to carry out impartial , judicious inquiry and audit of 2013 election, how naive:
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Mar 27, 2015 07:56pm
Good. PTI should come and stay on the streets. good good.
welcome khan sahab
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Mar 27, 2015 08:12pm
againnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn................................................
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Mar 27, 2015 08:17pm
Better to concentrate on KPK and deliver, two years has already passed without any tangible change there, then nobody can stop you to go ahead. People have faith on you, present KPK as symbol of good governance, instead of rhetoric, as it matter the most.
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Mar 27, 2015 08:22pm
No enquiry by any court in the world or by any authority will ever prove that Imran Khan won 2013 elections.
He is just wasting his own time, nations time and court's time.
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Mar 27, 2015 08:22pm
Go ahead, Khan Sahab. People of Pakistan are with you.
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Mar 27, 2015 08:23pm
@Khan
What has he done in KPK so far? The provincial government inflicted loss of Rs. 119 billion to the Province by not utilizing funds and is ahead in corruption. IK himself misused KPK government helicopters. Only false slogans to mislead our innocent, straightforward and brave youth.
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Mar 27, 2015 08:29pm
So how many days this time.... democracy will not work in Pakistan..look at India it has democracy and look at China without democracy.Islamic laws are the only permanent solution
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Mar 27, 2015 08:32pm
Brave man !
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Mar 27, 2015 08:38pm
We need transparency to run a clean government in all the area. IK keep the pressure on, we need to eliminate political corruption.
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Mar 27, 2015 08:42pm
As expected from PML-N. they are just playing trick and treat game to buy more time. Khan sb stay determined and we all are with you. Salute to your determination.
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Mar 27, 2015 08:46pm
@Owais Mangal Speak for yourself.
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Mar 27, 2015 08:49pm
You know PML-N and their politics. PTI has to push hard to get thigs done.
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Mar 27, 2015 08:51pm
@Awais Ali
"We have shown leniency for the sake of the people and the country."
What does that mean: we have shown leniency? Does it mean Imran Khan wants to use your last breathe in a take over of government?
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Mar 27, 2015 09:07pm
The one who stole will sure try his best to avoid any scrutiny. The one who is clean will for sure welcome any investigation, and that too with a sense of urgency. That is the power of integrity!
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Mar 27, 2015 09:30pm
@Good Pakistani Girl I think you missed the point raised by IK by a long shot.
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Mar 27, 2015 09:39pm
@Riaz Ask to people of KPK. Go and visit police stations, hospitals, pitwaris, and any of govt institution in KPK you will find governance there. And don,t comment on helicopter he used it when he go to KPK for the sack of KPK govt and most of the time he uses Jahangir,s helicopter. And we all know what federal govt and Punjab govt is doing with protocols and helicopters etc.
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Mar 27, 2015 10:12pm
IK is losing credibility.
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Mar 27, 2015 10:15pm
@Khan
Really. You've got to be kidding.
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Mar 27, 2015 10:17pm
Ik rest assured 5 years will complete like this. Action should be louder than words. Ramzan is coming soon so decide soon
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Mar 27, 2015 10:26pm
The only solution to Pakistan's present situation is to go to the streets. Like the French revolution.
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Mar 27, 2015 10:34pm
Go IK, the people of Pakistan needs fresh air and exercise, but rest assure nothing will happen. Try something new .
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Mar 27, 2015 11:01pm
IK has proven during the last 12 months that he is not capable of the leadership which Pakistan needs and deserves.
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Mar 27, 2015 11:02pm
@Riaz Only difference is that you call Motorways and Metros as progress. IK is spending on people And people of KPK are witness to systematical changes. IK is trying to change system and making govt institutions more powerful and independent. this is actual progress when your system start delivering.
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Mar 27, 2015 11:12pm
IK always late misses the bus cannot judge when iron is hot. Instead of demanding actions against RO for irregularities in election2013 should tell the nation what action he has taken against those involved in massive rigging of elections within his party. Further according to IK there was corruption at its height in KPK before PTI-JI dude took over. What action has been taken against those corrupt officials except their transfer and replacement by merit criteria donation.
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Mar 27, 2015 11:18pm
There is no other way but to protest on roads.
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Mar 27, 2015 11:29pm
@Good Pakistani Girl , be a good girl and pray what is best for our country and children.
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Mar 28, 2015 12:31am
Wasn't the agreement that in return for the judicial commission, IK would join the assemblies. Are you in the assemblies, Mr. Khan?
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Mar 28, 2015 01:12am
And again! !!
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Mar 28, 2015 01:39am
Imran will be the only one on the street. Stop this agitation nonsense for God's sake and do some thing useful, Imran.
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Mar 28, 2015 02:27am
He talk very much sense. We Indian very impressed by him. Wish we have someone like him, tolerant and not corrupt.
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Mar 28, 2015 03:23am
All government with zero values and no respect for its people.
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Mar 28, 2015 04:15am
IK you must do something as Mian promise is just a flat statement, no practicality in it.
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Mar 28, 2015 05:14am
We are with you IK...lucky to have such a leader in Pakistan is this dire time.
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Mar 28, 2015 05:56am
@ad country does not adventures but unity, look what kind of terrorism internally and externally country is facing which requiredunity not disillusionment for petty political gains.
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Mar 28, 2015 06:06am
This Imran guy has no program. He does not attend NA session; does not contribute to Foreign Policy deliberations. He uses these protests to cover up his weaknesses.
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Mar 28, 2015 06:52am
we will hold you accountable equally Mr. Khan if Pakistan goes to war for Saudis because you are not setting your priorities right! you should come on streets against the decision to go to yemen !!
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Mar 28, 2015 07:37am
Street protest and anarchy, that is IK's strength.
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Mar 28, 2015 09:14am
The Raheel govt. has no need for PTI anymore, Nawaz having been tamed. PTI is dispensable now and therefore Imran will be shutdown or shot down soon.
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Mar 28, 2015 09:23am
IK, you talk too much.
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Mar 28, 2015 09:25am
@Khan
IK is nothing but a delusional anarchist. He failed before, and he will fail again because he is wrong.
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Mar 28, 2015 10:27am
@Fajar they should focus in KP but fixing this rotten system of election must not be ignored ..if their massive rigging in election then good governance will be meaningless as those having mastery in rigging will win anyway
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Mar 28, 2015 11:27am
@Fajar Without any tangible changes? I would suggest you to go to KPK and ask the people. I hope you've visited KPK before and now to see it from your eyes what changes are already made.
Secondly this subject is also important to let others realize that something wrong was wrong and will still remain wrong and we will stand like a wall to make it right....
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Mar 28, 2015 12:00pm
He achieved nothing from his previous container drama, he loses his popularity . his resignation drama, he and his party members still getting benefits as MNA and MPA, what a hypocrite.
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Mar 28, 2015 12:03pm
Why IK always do negative politics and trying to create anarchy.
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Mar 28, 2015 12:33pm
PTI has been badly exposed.
Their own party elections were rigged according to their own report which they tried to hide. Correct your own ranks first.
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Mar 28, 2015 03:43pm
Is there no one in Pakistan who could tell him that if wants to lead Pakistan then he should attend classes at the Modi School of Politics currently led by Syed Akbaruddin in Delhi? What a waste of a brilliant talent.
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Mar 28, 2015 05:21pm
Days of street-politics are over ! Imran needs to rise from slumber lest he losses what he gained quickly, even quicker.
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Mar 28, 2015 07:25pm
For God's sake don't victimize the nation in your petty power wars. What have the people done to you?
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Mar 28, 2015 08:59pm
How can one clean 'dirty politics' of Pakistan - Imran khan will be left with street politics only,these two parties will not allow him to come so easily
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Mar 28, 2015 09:17pm
PTI warns? Who are you warning? Stop talking non-sense.
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Mar 28, 2015 10:07pm
Imran, you better invest your time and effort towards KPK.
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Mar 28, 2015 10:33pm
Do in Rome, as Romans do !
To clean something dirty, one has to step into the dirt first, before attempting to clean the dirty-stuff. That is the reason why Imran has started using the dirty language, to start with.
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Mar 28, 2015 11:12pm
All those always criticized IK for no reason. Just remind from 1st election in 1970 we did not get 1 single election which considered to be free and fair it means people of Pakistan did not elect their leaders according to their wishes. To all you do you think election was ever free and fair in Pakistan? And do you think that our next generation should have such election as we are getting? Fair Voting is very very very basic and necessary pillar of democracy.
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Mar 29, 2015 06:10pm
@Awais Ali
Is he entitled to use government assets and if so under what authority? Why was the use of official helicopters denied in the first instance? Lapse of development funds amounts to a crime. Corruption has not been eliminated. KPK CM allotted 2 cars to JUI MPA even when there was no authorization. Why are the bureaucrats called for meeting at Bani Gala?
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Mar 29, 2015 06:12pm
@Awais Ali
I hope you will like to read others' comments too.
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