ISLAMABAD: Responding to Rana Sanaullah’s statement on “reconciliation,” Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), denied receiving any formal invitation from the current government for negotiations.
He stated that imprisoned PTI founder Imran Khan also confirmed the lack of messages for dialogues, adding that they would publicly announce any invitation received. Gohar emphasized the party’s refusal to engage in secret talks with the incumbent government.
Regarding the ongoing cipher case hearing against the former premier at Rawalpindi jail, Gohar mentioned that the prosecutor presented 21 witnesses who testified on the matter that day.
He expressed dissatisfaction with the proceedings, stating that Khan’s legal team was not given adequate opportunity to present evidence during the 14-hour session. Gohar also addressed cases against Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi, asserting her innocence in the Toshakhana case and alleging that the charges were aimed at pressuring the PTI founder.
Gohar raised concerns about the legitimacy of Sunday’s by-elections, alleging pre-planned results and improprieties in the electoral process, particularly in Punjab.
He criticized the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) for what he perceived as a lack of impartiality and demanded fair treatment for his party in future elections.
Gohar announced plans for peaceful protests against alleged rigging during the by-elections and called on the Supreme Court (SC) to address PTI’s concerns regarding Form 45.
Referring to PML-N leader Sanaullah’s offer of reconciliation, Gohar stated that while PTI was not opposed to reconciliation, they were focused on advocating for their rights.
He criticized Khan for purportedly refusing to engage in dialogue and emphasized the importance of resolving political tensions for the country’s economic stability.
Sanaullah’s offer of reconciliation came amidst a backdrop of economic and political challenges facing the nation, including terrorism.
He urged Khan to consider the nation’s welfare and engage in dialogue to address the crises. Sanaullah’s call for reconciliation followed his party’s claimed victories in recent elections, though results remained unofficial and inconclusive.
(Islamabad51_Newsdesk)
