Tarar Claims PTI Leaders Seek Arrest by Choice to Skip Planned Protest

In the ongoing political turmoil in Pakistan, PML-N’s Ataullah Tarar has alleged that key PTI leaders are intentionally courting arrest to sidestep participation in their party’s planned protests. According to recent statements, Tarar accused PTI leaders of attempting to portray themselves as victims while evading responsibilities on the ground. He stated this tactic allows them to avoid facing the anticipated challenges during the protests, while shifting public perception in their favor.

This claim emerges as PTI’s protests intensify across major cities, with significant disruptions reported in Islamabad, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. Tarar further highlighted that these arrests aim to manipulate public opinion, framing PTI as a suppressed entity while diverting attention from core governance issues and public demands​

The political landscape remains polarized, with both PTI and the ruling coalition exchanging allegations amidst escalating unrest. The dynamic reflects growing public dissatisfaction over economic instability and governance challenges, amplified by these orchestrated political maneuvers