Imran Khan, Pakistan’s imprisoned former prime minister, has demanded high treason proceedings against officials accused of manipulating the February general elections, allegedly allowing rival parties PML-N and PPP to form a coalition government. Khan made these remarks following a hearing related to the Al-Qadir Trust corruption case, which involves his wife Bushra Bibi, aide Farah Gogi, and property tycoon Malik Riaz.
The February 8 elections in Pakistan were marred by allegations of vote rigging, prompting Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to claim that their mandate was stolen. Despite PTI-backed independent candidates securing the most seats in the National Assembly, the PML-N and PPP formed a coalition government post-election, further fueling PTI’s accusations.
Khan’s call for high treason proceedings underscores the contentious political landscape in Pakistan, with allegations of electoral fraud intensifying tensions between rival parties. As the legal battle unfolds, the outcome remains uncertain, raising questions about the legitimacy of the current government and the future of Pakistani politics.
