“This situation has left people wondering whom they should demand justice from,” Sharjeel Memon says referring to recent court order that granted Imran Khan ‘blanket bail’
Karachi, Sindh
Sindh Minister of Information, Transport, and Mass Transit Sindh, Sharjeel Inam Memon in his press conference on Saturday, talked about ‘the judiciary and the Sunday Bazaar it organized for PTI Chief Imran Niazi’.
“A Sunday Bazaar has been organized for Imran Niazi in the courts, where he is receiving both what he asks and what he does not ask for,” he said at the press conference held at Sindh Archives Building.
“This situation has left people wondering whom they should demand justice from,” Sharjeel Inam Memon remarked referring to a recent court order that granted Imran Khan blanket bail, and termed it ‘a unique verdict that has raised concerns’.
He said that Imran Khan has been granted pardons for various serious offenses, including murder, constitutional violations, and plotting against the country’s integrity. “This bail decision has left legal experts, members of society, and those knowledgeable about the constitution stunned.”
Sharjeel Memon while recalling the past experiences of political leaders and workers of PPP, stated that they never received justice from the courts. “However, Imran Khan seems to be treated differently, with special arrangements made for him.”
Memon criticized the court for decorating a “royal table” for Imran Niazi while he makes threats from within the court. “Imran Khan’s statement implies that if he were to be arrested again, he would resort to damaging government property, setting fires, and disrupting institutions, businesses, and schools.”
Sharjeel Memon condemned this behavior, stating that one person should not hold the entire country hostage and disregard the law.
Sindh Minister also mentioned a video of Imran Khan’s court appearance, where he claimed to be kidnapped and held hostage by the judges. He expressed his dismay over Imran Khan receiving blanket approval to avoid arrest in any case.
Sharjeel Inam Memon accused Imran Khan of exploiting and misleading the youth, using women and children as shields on multiple occasions. He said that Imran Khan mobilizes the mothers and sisters of the nation to protest on the streets while keeping his own family in air-conditioned rooms.
According to Sharjeel Inam Memon, Imran Khan poses a threat to the entire nation and attempts to gain power by leveraging the court system. He said that Imran Khan is blackmailing institutional leaders to further his agenda.
He criticized Imran Khan for damaging the country’s economy both during his time in power and after ousting from power and said due to the chaos caused by Imran Khan, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is reluctant to assist Pakistan.
Sharjeel said that Imran Khan is lobbying in hostile countries of Pakistan, spreading false information about serious human rights violations in the country. “Imran Khan, along with Israel and India, established a social media network several years ago,” he alleged.
Sharjeel Inam Memon said that Imran Khan being driven by a hunger for power, should explain the alleged robbery linked to the Al-Qadir Trust. He also called on Imran Khan to disclose his income sources and methods of deception.
The minister, questioning the personal life of Imran Khan, argued that if he cannot ensure justice within his own family, how can he be trusted to govern the entire population of 220 million people?
Sharjeel Memon showed a video to the media representatives, in which an Indian journalist allegedly praised Khan for achieving what India couldn’t achieve in many years. He said that there are even reports of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf receiving funding from India in the UK.
He said that the events of the past two to four days were not solely the result of Imran Khan’s actions, there are other forces at play and that the true motives and the way institutions are being utilized will become clearer. He warned that if granting such blanket relief to Khan becomes a precedent, then others may also demand similar treatment.
Sharjeel Inam Memon termed the situation as the worst example in the history of Pakistan, where those who benefit the country are punished while no action is taken against plunderers.
To a question, Memon called for an investigation into matters of the Al-Qadir Trust.
Memon stated that the Pakistan People’s Party has supported Monday’s protest and assured that their protest will be conducted peacefully.
Sharjeel Inam Memon said those responsible for setting vehicles on fire should come forward and face the charges instead of hiding.
He expressed concern about an institution supporting an individual beyond what is expected, stating that this situation will persist until the demands of justice are met. Sharjeel Inam Memon cautioned against prioritizing personal preferences over the well-being of the country. (PR)
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