Political Crackdown in Punjab: PTI Leaders Arrested Amid Resumption of Activities

In Punjab province, Pakistan, police raided the offices and homes of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, arresting over a dozen activists. The crackdown came as PTI resumed political activities, sparking claims of political victimization. PTI leaders condemned the actions, citing them as a violation of constitutional rights.

In a significant crackdown, police in Pakistan's Punjab province raided the offices and residences of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, arresting more than a dozen party activists. The arrests coincide with PTI's announcement to resume political activities, raising concerns about political suppression in the region.

Punjab police targeted PTI supporters who were organizing workers' conventions, according to senior PTI leader Shaukat Basra. He described the actions as a deliberate violation of constitutional rights, sanctioned by the ruling regime, allegedly on military orders.

The raids have drawn sharp criticism from PTI officials, including Punjab Chief Organiser Aliya Hamza, who accused the provincial government of resorting to extreme measures under a military-backed regime. Former Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently incarcerated, has called for nationwide protests after Eid in response to the escalating tensions.