Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan claimed on Tuesday that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur was abducted on Monday. He added that he has told his party members to end all communication with establishment immediately.

Khan alleged that the establishment had tricked him on multiple occasions, including the postponement of a planned rally on August 22 and the subsequent cancellation of a rally on September 8. He claimed the establishment had requested the postponement of the August 22 rally for the sake of the country and had even provided a No Objection Certificate for the September 8 rally, only to back out at the last minute.

Drawing parallels with the Awami League and Sheikh Mujibur Rahman by Yahya Khan, Khan asserted that the establishment had engaged in similar tactics against him on May 9, orchestrating a crackdown on PTI supporters.

He claimed that the establishment had pre-planned the crackdown, arresting 10,000 people within 24 hours. He further alleged that the footage of the May 9 incident, showing individuals not affiliated with PTI, was in the possession of the establishment.

Khan vehemently criticized the establishment’s attempts to dictate the timing of political gatherings, stating that no such restrictions exist globally. He declared that he would no longer allow any party member to engage with the establishment, calling them deceitful.

He further revealed that some PTI members had been in communication with the establishment, but he had revoked their authorization to do so. He asserted that the establishment was employing the same tactics as Yahya Khan and that he would continue his fight for democracy and the rule of law.

Khan announced a planned rally in Lahore on September 21, stating that it would proceed regardless of any attempts to hinder it.

He urged the nation to prepare for mass protests to defend democracy and the rule of law, warning that the country is currently under a state of undeclared martial law.

He also addressed rumors surrounding the potential extension of Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s term, stating that he believes the extension will be granted despite claims to the contrary. He encouraged the nation to participate in peaceful protests, assuring them that the constitution guarantees the right to do so.

Khan urged the public to not be afraid of imprisonment, emphasizing that he has been incarcerated for 14 months. He stressed that the nation must make sacrifices for a brighter future.

Khan reiterated his accusations of betrayal by the establishment, stating that they had sent a message to him to cancel the August 22 rally. He also revealed that the establishment had suggested the September 8 rally date.

He declared that he was closing the door on all negotiations with the establishment, including any future communication. He expressed his belief that the establishment is attempting to manipulate the upcoming elections by extending the term of Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa.

Khan also condemned the recent arrest of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, accusing the establishment of trying to sow discord and instability. He expressed solidarity with Gandapur, stating that he believes Gandapur’s speech was a reflection of the public’s sentiments.

He criticized those within his party who have apologized for Gandapur’s speech, calling them cowards and urging them to leave the party. He also defended Gandapur’s right to speak freely, stating that the constitution guarantees freedom of speech.

Khan dismissed allegations by Faisal Vawda, a former PTI member, that he was involved in the murder of journalist Arshad Sharif. He challenged Vawda to provide evidence of his claims and stated that an open trial would reveal the truth.