Punjab Cabinet Approves Action Against Imran Khan and PTI Leaders for 'Hateful' Rhetoric Against Institutions
The Punjab cabinet has given the green light for legal action against imprisoned PTI founder Imran Khan and other party leaders for promoting a "hateful narrative against state institutions." According to a statement from the Punjab government, this decision was made during a provincial cabinet meeting chaired by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. During a press conference in Lahore, Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari detailed the development. She explained that the home department had submitted an inquiry report alleging that PTI members were "spreading mischief inside and outside [Adiala] jail." Bokhari accused the PTI of spreading false propaganda, claiming that Imran Khan was not allowed to meet anyone, and asserted that the party was "spreading hate as part of organized propaganda." She announced that a complaint would be filed based on the home ministry's report, stating, "The PTI's agenda is to incite unrest, destabilize the co...