[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan urged his supporters on Tuesday to fight for their rights and “continue the struggle” even if he is detained or slain.
As police came at the former prime minister’s Lahore residence to arrest him, the PTI chairman’s video message was broadcast on social media. Stones were allegedly thrown at police officers as they baton-charged groups of fans gathered at Zaman Park in anticipation of his arrest.
In the video, Imran tells his followers that the authorities hope his detention will lead to the nation’s indifference.
“My fellow Pakistanis, the police are outside waiting to arrest me. They believe that if Imran Khan is put in jail, the nation will fall asleep. You must prove them wrong. You must show that this nation is alive and kicking,” he said.
My message to the nation to stand resolute and fight for Haqeeqi Azadi & rule of law. pic.twitter.com/bgVuOjsmHG
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) March 14, 2023
Imran then emphasised the significance of the Pakistani nation, which he emphasised was founded on the values of ‘La illaha Illalah’ (there is only one God).
“This is the Ummah of the Holy Prophet Mohammed (Peace be upon him), and it was founded on the ideals and slogan of La illaha Illalah. “You must take a stand for your rights and true freedom,” he added.
He urged Pakistanis to fight for their rights and true independence, saying he had fought this battle his entire life and would continue to do so.
However, he warned that if something were to happen to him, his supporters must carry on the fight and never accept the tyranny of the “thieves” who are making decisions for the country, particularly the one man who holds the reins of power.
“God has given me everything, and I am fighting this battle for you. I have been fighting this battle all my life, and I will continue to do so,” he said.
“But if something happens to me, if I am jailed or if they kill me, then you must show that this nation will carry on fighting. You must never accept the tyranny of these thieves, especially the one man who is making decisions for the country.”
The situation remained tense in Zaman Park as of the filing of this report, with PTI supporters rallying outside his Lahore residence since news of the impending arrest broke.
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