ISLAMABAD - Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, on Saturday said that the announcement of a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest at D-Chowk during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) conference is part of a conspiracy.
He criticised PTI for consistently pursuing an agenda against the country and collaborating with the enemies of the state.
Kundi emphasised that they would not allow any plots to destabilize Pakistan to succeed and urged PTI to retract their call for a protest on October 15.
Speaking to the media persons, Kundi pointed out the significance of the upcoming international conference, stating that Pakistan aims to present a positive image to the world.
He expressed concern that PTI’s protest, coinciding with the conference, could be detrimental.
Kundi reiterated that if PTI’s demands are in line with the constitution, they will be addressed, recalling that the establishment of a constitutional court was announced by Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Kundi said that all political parties are united in support of the SCO conference and emphasized that the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has always advocated for peace.
He lamented the deteriorating security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, accusing PTI of attempting to incite unrest by inviting the Indian minister to address their rally.
Stressing that national interests come first, Kundi highlighted the sacrifices made by the PPP for the country, asserting that they have never rallied against Pakistan but have always promoted the slogan “Pakistan Khappay” (Long Live Pakistan).
He underscored that the best forum for politicians is the parliament, criticizing PTI members for promoting violence and suggesting they join peaceful protests instead.
Kundi praised JUI Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman as a political figure who has fought for democracy and suggested that Maulana’s support would ultimately benefit their cause.
He concluded by addressing the impact of terrorism on tourism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, calling for collective efforts to restore peace and noting that he had participated in a peace jirga to promote stability in the province. Kundi reiterated his call for PTI to withdraw their planned protest.
