After the CJP passed the order, Imran, while still in the court, said that no harm should be brought to the country and asked his supporters to remain peaceful.

“We only want elections in the country,” he maintained.

The PTI chief stated that he was told by his lawyers a day earlier that “there is anarchy in the country”.

He further said that people approached the court for justice, but contended that he was instead struck in the head. “Even murderers are not treated this way,” Imran stated.

The PTI chief went on to say that he was unaware of what was happening in the country. “I was caught as if I am a terrorist,” he decried and asked, “How am I responsible for the protests?”