Imran Khan Predicts Government’s Fall in Two Months, Rejects Interim Setup Under Current Leadership
In a bold and assertive statement made from within the confines of Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail, the incarcerated former Prime Minister and founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, has predicted that the current government, led by the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), has only two months left in power. This forecast, delivered during an informal conversation with journalists in a makeshift courtroom inside the prison, underscores Khan’s continued influence and defiance even as he remains behind bars.
“The government is plunging into a quagmire, and yet they are too foolish to understand the depth of their predicament,” Khan remarked, confidently asserting that the rulers are running out of time while he, despite his imprisonment, has ample time on his side.
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Khan’s comments come at a time of heightened political tension in Pakistan, where his party, PTI, has been at odds with the ruling coalition over a series of issues, including the fallout from the May 9 riots and the handling of the upcoming general elections. The former premier used this interaction to address several key issues, including his perceived misrepresentation regarding an apology over the May 9 riots and the ongoing case involving the Al-Qadir Trust.
Khan categorically rejected any elections held under the supervision of the incumbent government or the current Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), Sikandar Sultan Raja. He accused the CEC of organizing “fraud elections” in the past, alleging that ballot boxes were filled during by-polls. The PTI founder emphasized that his party would not accept any electoral process managed by the current administration, signaling a potential standoff if the situation remains unchanged.
He also reiterated his call for justice regarding the May 9 incidents, where violent protests broke out following his arrest in a corruption case. Khan maintained that his party was not responsible for the violence, and that the PTI members were wrongfully labeled as “terrorists” for staging peaceful protests. He linked any apology over the May 9 riots to concrete evidence of PTI involvement, stating that he would not only apologize but also take disciplinary action if any party members were found guilty.
Despite his confrontational tone, Khan expressed a willingness to engage in dialogue with the establishment, stressing that his overtures were motivated by a desire to serve the country. However, he was clear that any such dialogue would not involve striking a deal or compromising on his principles. “A deal is sought by those who have committed wrongdoing,” he asserted, distancing himself from any such implications.
Khan also touched upon the Al-Qadir Trust case, a high-profile scandal involving a £190 million loss to the national exchequer, where he promised to present a witness to support his claims. However, he withheld the identity of this witness, citing fears of abduction if their name was disclosed.
Addressing the broader political narrative, Khan reaffirmed his support for the Pakistan Army, describing it as a national institution that every Pakistani has a duty to defend. He criticized the current government’s leaders, referencing past accusations of corruption against figures like Nawaz Sharif and Asif Ali Zardari, who, according to Khan, were “imposed on the country after rigging the general elections.”
Khan’s remarks come in the wake of a recent press briefing by Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry, who reiterated the military’s stance on the May 9 protests. The DG ISPR made it clear that there was no change in the Army’s position regarding the violent events, which have been a focal point of tension between the military and PTI.
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