Snap polls to “benefit” Pakistan, claimed Imran Khan
Former premier Imran Khan reiterated his demand for fresh elections during a meeting with members of the Punjab cabinet as he linked the snap polls with the “betterment of the country” rather than his Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI).
Separately, the ex-premier hosted his third telethon for flood survivors whereindonors from across the world pledged Rs3.6 billion to boost the relief efforts for the displaced persons. Imran Khan assured donors that the former ruling party will devise a digital mechanism to disburse the donations collected during these telethons.
It may be noted that as per the PTI chief during the last two telethons, pledges to the tune of Rs10 billion were made.
During the meeting at the Punjab House in Islamabad, Mr. Khan congratulated the Punjab ministers over the win in the July 17 by-polls and said that PTI will achieve its target of fresh general elections through its `peaceful struggle` The issues of victimisation of political figures, media curbs, and violations of human rights were discussed during the meeting. The meeting also decided toaddress the demands by provincial lawmakers on a priority basis and agreed to step up collaboration between the coalition partners.
It was also decided to improve relations with the masses as the party will have to reach out to them during the general election.
Mr. Khan described Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi as “a seasoned politician” and said that PTI will continue to support him.
Resolutions
The meeting has also passed four resolutions.
The first resolution expressed solidarity with the flood victims and termed telethons hosted by Imran Khan as the `best way to support` the survivors.
The second resolution deplored the price hike whereas the third resolution expressed trust in the leadership of Mr Khan. The fourth resolution censured the campaign against Mr Khan through the use of religion.
