LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supremo Imran Khan said that he has no issue with whoever is appointed as next Army Chief and there will be a surprise for everyone on November 26.

Speaking to a delegation of journalists at his home in Zaman Park, former premier said, “I know their [incumbent government] plans, but I am planning ahead.” He added that efforts are being made to conduct clean and transparent elections as soon as possible, there is no solution to country’s problems except for snap polls. PTI Chief said that messages have been sent to me through President Arif Alvi, adding that talks will take place only after date given for early elections.

“The whole world is aware of their [incumbent rulers] corruption stories. Even after using entire state machinery against me, they could not find anything except watch and I am going to court over watch issue,” he said. Setting aside all intelligence reports relating to fears of another attack on his life, PTI Chairman expressed resolve to reach Rawalpindi at all costs.

Khan said, I know that my life is in danger. There may be another attack but despite all fears, I would reach Rawalpindi.I know that my wounds cannot heal soon. I will lead long march with wounded leg, he added. Responding to a question about their next plan, PTI Chairman said that they would reveal their future strategy soon. Army Chief should be appointed on merit, he reiterated. Imran Khan said that ruling parties have lost public support, hence, they want to run away from elections.

Published in The Daily National Courier, November, 21 2022

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