Ali Amin Gandapur's Mysterious Disappearance and Defiance
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa CM Ali Amin Gandapur disappeared during a PTI protest, leading to speculation and concern. Re-emerging in Peshawar, he claimed mistreatment by police and affirmed his loyalty to Imran Khan. Gandapur decried the violent suppression of protests and called for the removal of Islamabad's IG.
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Facing criticism for his unexplained absence during Islamabad's PTI protest, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur declared loyalty to party leader Imran Khan. He asserted mistreatment by police, describing his plight as akin to a 'terrorist' encounter within the capital.
Addressing the provincial assembly, Gandapur condemned the police's heavy-handed tactics, explaining that peaceful PTI rallies were met with undue force and suppression. He highlighted Punjab authorities' aggressive measures against party supporters during demonstrations.
Emerging from a 24-hour disappearance, Gandapur detailed his escape from police forces. He criticized governmental leadership and vowed future protests if the Islamabad Inspector General remains in power.
(With inputs from agencies.)