NOWSHEHAR: Former Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pervez Khattak, has resurfaced after nearly a year of staying out of the public eye, addressing a gathering in Nowshera. In his speech, Khattak expressed disappointment with the current provincial government and launched a scathing critique of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and its founder, Imran Khan.
Khattak claimed that the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have become dissatisfied with the provincial government within just one year. Reflecting on his tenure as Chief Minister, he highlighted his contributions, including the introduction of the health card, educational reforms, and police reforms. He asserted that all his efforts were carried out independently.
In a fiery statement, Khattak accused PTI leaders of dishonesty, stating, “Tehreek-e-Insaf people lie the most.” He reserved his harshest criticism for Imran Khan, calling him “the most lying person in Pakistan.” Khattak announced that he is initiating a “jihad” against PTI, signaling a strong opposition to his former party.
The former Chief Minister lamented his lifelong dedication to politics, saying, “I have ruined my entire life in politics.” He revealed plans to write a book soon, promising to reveal everything openly and provide clarity on his political journey and decisions.
Addressing rumors of his potential alliance with Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), Khattak denied any such intentions. He clarified that his recent meeting with Maulana Fazlur Rehman was misrepresented, and he has not announced joining any political party.
Pervez Khattak’s brother, Liaquat Khattak, also addressed the gathering, stating that the misunderstandings between the brothers have been resolved. Pervez Khattak described the event as a “public jirga” aimed at ending familial and political differences.
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It is worth noting that Pervez Khattak parted ways with PTI before the 2024 general elections and formed his own party, PTI Parliamentarians. However, his new political venture failed to gain traction, and he lost his seat in the elections. Despite this setback, Khattak has re-emerged on the political scene, vowing to challenge his former allies and reclaim his influence in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The rally in Nowshera marks a significant moment in Khattak’s political comeback, as he seeks to rebuild his image and rally support against PTI and its leadership.
