By Our Correspondent
ISLAMABAD – Opposition Leader in the National Assembly Mahmood Khan Achakzai has warned that the opposition alliance could withdraw from the assemblies if the government does not change its approach towards former prime minister Imran Khan.
Speaking during a television interview, Achakzai said the opposition was finding it increasingly difficult to remain part of parliament under the prevailing political circumstances.
He questioned the treatment being given to the jailed PTI founder and criticised discussions regarding possible lengthy imprisonment and trial proceedings.
Achakzai remarked that Imran Khan’s demand was limited to the restoration of what he described as the party’s “stolen mandate”, adding that threats of severe punishment were unjustified.
The veteran politician also criticised suggestions of a military court trial, questioning the rationale behind such proposals.
He said if Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s central committee decided to quit the assemblies in Punjab, Sindh and the Centre while continuing governance in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the decision would be implemented.
According to Achakzai, the opposition no longer saw meaningful value in remaining within the assemblies if even basic political and legal rights could not be ensured.
He stated that the opposition alliance was being pushed towards withdrawing from parliamentary politics and warned that the government could face serious political consequences if PTI lawmakers resigned en masse.
Achakzai further claimed that while hardened criminals remained free, the former prime minister continued to remain behind bars.
Last week, he had also warned the government about a possible opposition boycott of the upcoming budget session, demanding improved medical access and unrestricted visitation rights for Imran Khan.
