ISLAMABAD – Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi officially launched the “Imran Khan Release Force” to secure the freedom of the PTI founder. Speaking outside the Supreme Court, Afridi confirmed that Imran Khan personally tasked him with leading this new street movement.
Allegations and Legal Conflict
The Chief Minister leveled sharp accusations against state institutions during his media talk. He claimed that authorities openly defy judicial orders. He further alleged that officials block the PTI founder’s access to his personal doctors.
“This situation directly threatens our democracy and the constitution,” Afridi stated. Amidst these remarks, an Islamabad court issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Sohail Afridi. The court cited anti-state remarks and a cybercrime case as the basis for the order.
Structure of the Release Force
Afridi provided specific details on the framework of the Imran Khan Release Force. He promised a highly organized and disciplined struggle.
- Broad Membership: The force will include members from PTI, the Insaf Student Federation (ISF), and the Women’s Wing.
- Formal Registration: The party will officially register every member of the force.
- Oath Ceremony: Members will gather in Peshawar immediately after Eid to take a formal oath.
- Chain of Command: The group will follow a strict leadership structure.
- Leadership: The individual whom Imran Khan nominates will lead the force into the field.
Afridi emphasized that the force will complete all preparations before starting the active struggle.
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Financial Accountability and Internal Politics
Beyond the protest plans, Afridi addressed provincial governance. He vowed to protect public money. “I will account for every single penny of the funds for victim assistance,” he asserted.
Responding to questions about internal party friction, Afridi remained firm. He noted that “honor and humiliation rest only with Allah.” When asked about attempts to remove him from his post, he directed reporters to “ask the sisters of the PTI founder” for the source of that message.
