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Jahangir Khan Tareen, who was once a close associate of the PTI leader, has launched a new political party called 'Isthakam Pakistan Party'. The announcement was made during a press conference held in Lahore, where Tareen was accompanied by several other former PTI members who had defected from the party, especially after the May 9 incidents.
Among them were Aleem Khan, a
former confidant of the PTI leader, as well as Imran Ismail and Aamir Mehmood
Kayani, who recently severed ties with the PTI during the government crackdown.
Tareen asserted that the country is currently facing difficult times.
Explaining the rationale behind forming the new party, Tareen revealed his original intention to enter politics, which was to contribute to the development of the nation. He said that his political journey gave him the opportunity to meet and collaborate with various people, from whom he learned valuable lessons. He emphasized that he never followed traditional political principles.
Tareen recalled joining the PTI with the firm belief that the party's platform would facilitate the implementation of much-needed reforms in Pakistan. He, along with those present at the press conference, highlighted efforts to transform the PTI into a powerful political force after the 2013 elections. He emphasized their commitment to stability and their ability to initiate reforms.
However, Tareen admitted that the actual pace of events did not match his expectations, leading to disappointment among the public. He lamented the failure of the party to achieve its manifesto goals of economic improvement, improvement in international relations and most importantly ensuring accountability. Terming the events of May 9 as a turning point in Pakistani politics, Tareen expressed concern over the lack of justice for those responsible.
According to Tareen, the May 9 vandalism was not just an attack on public property. It set a dangerous precedent for mobs to invade one's residence and harass families. He firmly believed that such actions should never be considered acceptable, vowing to prevent their recurrence.
Tareen said that their gathering signifies their collective efforts to bring Pakistan out of the current challenges, stressing the need for leadership that can bridge political and social divides, promote unity and promote tolerance. Can promote He highlighted the importance of creating hope in the nation and announced the formation of a new IPP party to achieve this goal. Tareen emphasized that the foundation of the party is based on the common goal of development of Pakistan.
He expressed the belief that in the coming days, respected personalities in their respective constituencies would join the IPP. Tareen promised to unveil the party's reform agenda, which aims to introduce political, social and economic reforms based on the mandate of its voters. He outlined specific objectives, including increasing exports, improving the IT sector and helping farmers. Tareen vowed to represent the aspirations of the youth, protect the rights of women and minorities and be the voice of the marginalized.
Aleem Khan while talking to Tareen highlighted the need for those who stayed away from politics after the May 9 events to come together and form a new party. He credited Tareen for bringing a platform, Tareen led the IPP. Khan also expressed his vision of a united Pakistan, where the people, parliament, judiciary and establishment would be on the same page.
Overall, the press conference
marked the launch of Isthakim Pakistan Party under the leadership of Jahangir
Khan Tareen, which aims to introduce important reforms for the development of
Pakistan and unite different sections of the society.
The incident of May 9 created a stir in Lahore
After the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan on May 9, which sparked nationwide protests, there have been reports of Jahangir Tareen bringing together PTI defectors to form a new political party.
PTI chief Imran Khan was arrested by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) with the help of paramilitary Rangers in the Al-Qadri Trust case. Protests during his detention led to widespread vandalism, targeting government and private property, including military installations.
In the wake of these incidents, several PTI leaders were arrested and later released, as part of a crackdown on allegations of planning and acts of sabotage against the party. Many of these leaders announced their departure from the party and according to a report in Dawn, many of them allied with Tareen.
During a gathering in Lahore, former key members of PTI like Fawad Chaudhry, Aamir Kayani, Ali Zaidi, Imran Ismail, Mehmood Maulvi, Firdous Ashiq Awan, Ajmal Wazir, Noreez Shakur and Fayyazul Hasan Chauhan smiled at their 'new boss'. Embraced. Their faces, the report said. Some of them had initially announced a 'temporary break' from politics after leaving the PTI after the May 9 incidents. However, his hiatus lasted only a few weeks before he officially joined the new political camp.
Moreover, former Punjab minister Murad Raas, who recently formed the 'Democrats' group with another former minister Hashim Dogar, which claimed the support of nearly three dozen former legislators, also found himself Has decided to align with Tareen. The report suggests that Ross was lured by the promise of a key post in the new party that Tareen is set to take up soon.
Meanwhile, Aleem Khan has reportedly set his sights on the chairmanship of the Isthakam Pakistan Party (IPP), while Tareen could be called the new party's 'quaid' (leader) until he is elected. Relief is not available from the court. Lifetime disqualification from holding public office
The new party is expected to play
a major role in Punjab politics during the upcoming general elections, as PTI
defectors and influential figures from southern Punjab have already joined its
ranks, according to reports."
Not the Solution to Pakistan's Problems, Experts Warn
In response to the launch of the Istehkam-i-Pakistan Party (IPP), the PTI expressed its stance, stating, "Creating new parties composed of individuals who have joined after leaving under duress is not the solution to the problems that Pakistan is currently confronting."
Taking to Twitter, the PTI shared
a photo from the launch event, marked with the word "rejected," and
reiterated its call for "new, transparent, and fair elections." The
party emphasized the importance of allowing the people of Pakistan to choose
their representatives through democratic means.
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