
Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen leader Allama Raja Nasir Abbas addresses press conference following TTAP meeting in Islamabad on February 27, 2024. — X/@PTIofficial/screengrab
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During the “worst” situation, to remove the country from economic and political crises, a multi-faceted opposition coalition, Tahrik-A-Tahfoz-Ai-Pakistan Pakistan (TTAP) on Thursday emphasized the need for a national dialogue on Thursday.
In a joint statement issued after the end of the two -day Grand Mott in the federal capital, opposition parties said: “The deteriorating situation of the country calls for a joint strategy to strengthen Pakistan through national dialogue.”
The two -day conference of the opposition was held in a chair at a local hotel in Islamabad along with TTAP chief Mahmood Khan Achakzai.
He added that the solution to the problems of the country is in the rule of law and the rule of the constitution.
On February 8, 2024, the “rigging” was held on February 8, 2024, responsible for the economic, political and social crises facing the country.
Read the statement, “The present parliament has no moral, political and legal position.”
The opposition’s dynamic called for the abolition of all amendments contradicting the spirit of the constitution. The conference termed the “extreme violation of constitutional and human rights” as a complete negation of the rule of law in the country.
Referring to the crackdown on the opposition parties, Mot stressed that the violation of “human rights” is a testament to the current government’s “fascism”.
The statement added that “the country’s constitution does not allow any Pakistani citizen to harass or arrest for any political activity.”
Opposition parties demanded the present government to release all political prisoners in the country. It also called on the federal government to cancel the recent amendments in the PECA (Amendment) Act, 2025.
It added that water resources should be divided into provinces as per the 1991 water agreement.
Read the Joint Declaration, the latest and transparent elections were the only solution to the country’s current crisis.
Addressing the conference, SIC Chief Zada Hamid Raza condemned the efforts to disrupt the incident and said efforts were made to prevent the gathering.
He criticized the sanctions on political dialogue, saying that even a small group of individuals could no longer talk to the capital.
Raza highlighted that the participants included members of the National Assembly and the Senate. Expressing his concern over the state of democracy, he said that at least it is being assured that the voices of constitutional supremacy are still being raised.
‘Public support and lack of legal status among those living in power’
PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has claimed that people have raised their lives and their voices cannot be silenced. He highlighted the opposition conference, highlighting the growing public differences against the current administration.
Gohar, while talking to reporters in the federal capital, emphasized the need for judicial freedom and the rule of law, emphasizing that a fair and impartial judiciary is essential for democracy.
He revealed that a suggestion was given to hold a conference at Khyber Pakhtunkhwa House, but the committee decided at the present place.
He made it clear that this movement is not about the revolution but about raising the voice of the people, which has already taken hold.
Criticizing the government, he remarked that those living in power lack public support and legal status.
‘We will remain in our mission’
Former Senator Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar addressed the opposition parties’ conference, criticizing the government for suppressing disagreement and banning political freedoms.
He said that liberalism cannot be silenced and has vowed not to allow such sanctions. Khokhar accused the authorities of preventing Sindh’s water rights and denying the province’s proper shares.
Condemning the opposition’s voices, he said the constitutional violation continues. He also criticized efforts to stop the conference.
The former senator gave remarks, “The purpose was to stop the conference,” he added that the government claims to maintain democracy, but is concerned about the opposition gathering.
He emphasized that the purpose of the conference is to formulate an agenda for the betterment of the country.
According to Khokhar, Pakistan is facing a severe political crisis, which has no sign of constitutional rule. He emphasized that the social agreement between the state and its citizens has been broken.
Referring to the prevention of the Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), he said it was used to stop the free speech. He currently demanded the resignation of those holding key government positions.
The politician also emphasized the need to address the concerns of the people of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), Sindh and Balochistan. He expressed his commitment that the constitutional movement would continue.
“It doesn’t matter how many policemen are deployed or the doors are closed, we will remain in our mission,” he said.
‘Blind and deaf from facts’
Speaking at a conference of opposition parties, the deputy rich of Jamaat -e -Islami, Liakat Baloch, criticized the government for disrupting the democratic process.
He said that those living in power become “blind and deaf for the facts around them,” he said. The G -leader expressed deep concern over the threats posed by the federation.
The JI leader strongly condemned the freedom of expression, and declared them unacceptable. He warned that when basic rights were taken away, people were forced to find alternative means to listen to their voices.
Ignoring provincial concerns, highlighting the threats of federal authorities, he emphasized that such negligence could have serious consequences.
He remembered the active role of his party in a coalition like Muthaida Majlis-Alam (MMA), and said that he always played a constructive role.
The Baloch called on all democratic forces to maintain the sanctity of the constitution, democracy and public mandate. He emphasized the need to avoid repeating past mistakes and demanded a consensus on the national agenda.
The GI leader emphasized that the constitution should be maintained at all costs and the need to fight for judicial independence should be emphasized.