Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has accused PTI founder Imran Khan of spreading unrest across Pakistan, alleging that former DG ISI Lt-Gen (retd) Faiz Hameed was part of the conspiracy.
Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad on Saturday, Tarar, while referring to former chief justice of Pakistan Saqib Nisar, who was accused of favouring Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan stated that, “Be it Saqib or Nisar, the scope of the investigation will expand as things unfold after the arrest of Gen Faiz.”
Tarar said that more big fish will be netted following the arrest of former spymaster Lt-Gen (retd) Faiz Hamid as the scope of investigation will expand.
Tarar asserted that the Pakistan Muslim League-N has always prioritised public service under the leadership of Nawaz Sharif.
He highlighted the party’s achievements, including initiating development projects, constructing the first motorway, expanding the motorway network, and facilitating investors. He also praised the Punjab government, under Sharif’s leadership, for providing electricity relief to consumers.
“Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has provided significant relief to electricity consumers in the province,” Tarar said. He added that the federal government has allocated Rs50 billion to assist electricity consumers and has reduced petroleum prices as part of its relief efforts.
Regarding arrests within the military, Tarar emphasised that the Pakistan Army has its own mechanism for self-accountability. He accused the PTI founder of fostering division and chaos in the country and conspiring against national integrity, with General Faiz allegedly involved in the plot.
“Who brought the terrorists back?” Tarar questioned, recalling that the founder chairman of PTI had advocated for the return of the Taliban. “The army is conducting transparent investigations into its affairs,” he said, adding that all those involved were part of the PTI leader’s efforts to sow discord. “Those who harm the country’s peace meet this fate,” he remarked.
