Kundi calls PTI long march a ‘circus’, challen...

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• Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has criticised the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) long march, describing it as a “circus” moving from one city to another.
• The governor also criticised Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi over the provincial government’s handling of security and administrative matters.
• The governor also commented on the possibility of imposing governor’s rule or an emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has criticised the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) long march, describing it as a “circus” moving from one city to another. He warned the party leadership of serious consequences if the protest led to unrest in the province.

Addressing a press conference in Peshawar on Friday, Kundi challenged PTI leaders to lead the march themselves rather than sending party workers to the front. He specifically challenged the leadership to cross Swabi, questioning their willingness to face the situation alongside their supporters.

The governor accused the PTI of adopting a confrontational approach towards the federal government. He stressed that provincial and federal authorities needed to work together to ensure effective administration and maintain law and order.

Kundi also referred to the May 9, 2023, protests, saying the events had damaged the party’s public image. He warned against any attempt to create a similar situation again and said such actions could have lasting consequences.