LAHORE: PML-N leader Talal Chaudhry castigated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf for pursuing anti-state agenda as he backed government’s decision to ban Imran Khan-founded party.

Addressing press conference, he pointed out that there are certain restrictions on political activities within Constitution of Pakistan, noting that government would send reference to Supreme Court to ban PTI.  He claimed that PTI’s actions have weakened Pakistan and that government’s move is response to party’s anti-state activities.  He acknowledged that decision may face criticism but maintained that PML-N has always acted in accordance with law and Constitution. He said that Imran Khan-founded party has left government with no choice. “This decision is difficult for any political party, but PTI has forced our hand,” he added. PML-N leader emphasised that anyone opposing state will be held accountable and that government will not tolerate any anti-state activities.