Imran Khan Endorses Justice Mansoor Ali Shah's Stand on Practice and Procedure Committee

ISLAMABAD, Sep 24: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, speaking from Adiala Jail, has voiced his support for Justice Mansoor Ali Shah’s stance on the Practice and Procedure Committee, while launching a scathing criticism of key figures in the judiciary and election commission.

In a candid conversation with the media, Khan said that the Supreme Court’s decision on reserved seats has clarified everything. He accused Chief Election Commissioner of being a biased umpire, calling him an "opener batsman" of the current regime, with Justice Qazi Faez Isa as the "second batsman." Khan alleged both are part of a conspiracy, stating, "It’s clear now that Qazi Faez Isa was a part of the London Plan and committed fraud against the nation."

Khan also criticized the judiciary, specifically targeting Justice Isa, for allegedly reducing PTI's seats and not hearing key petitions, including those related to May 9 and February 8 events. He claimed, "Our petitions are not being heard, and it's now clear that every effort is being made to diminish our representation."

The former prime minister further alleged that a "third umpire" is backing these actions, suggesting that this group is trying to sideline PTI from the upcoming elections. He reiterated his stance that a cabal, including top judiciary figures, is working to extend their terms while suppressing opposition.

Khan expressed frustration over the removal of justices Ejaz-ul-Ahsan and Mazahir Naqvi, stating, "Good judges were removed from the bench by Qazi Faez Isa," and accused the chief justice of pushing the controversial Practice and Procedure Act to establish "judicial dictatorship."

Announcing plans for a series of protests, Khan called for demonstrations against judicial interference, stating, "We will hold protests on Thursday, followed by our own demonstration on Friday, and a rally in Rawalpindi on Saturday. If we are not allowed to hold the rally, we will stage protests."

Lastly, he lamented the growing influence of the military in politics, calling Pakistan a "police state." He drew parallels to past martial laws but described the current situation as worse than the eras of General Zia-ul-Haq and General Musharraf. "In Musharraf’s era, we held large rallies, but what’s happening now is unprecedented," Khan remarked.