The political divide in Pakistan continues to deepen as the ruling party adopts a tougher stance against the opposition. Federal Minister Barrister Aqeel Malik, appearing on a television talk show, delivered a scathing critique of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), declaring that “enough is enough.” He argued that the opposition party lacks true democratic values and has consistently rejected repeated offers for dialogue.
In a passionate comparison designed to resonate with the younger generation, Barrister Aqeel drew a line between the two parties’ legacies. He stated, “We are the people of May 28 (nuclear tests), not May 9 (riots),” emphasizing that while PML-N made Pakistan a nuclear power and built infrastructure like motorways, the opposition has engaged in chaos. He insisted that despite facing past injustices, his leadership never compromised on national integrity or wrote letters to the IMF to sabotage the economy—an accusation frequently leveled against PTI.
The Minister also touched upon the internal state of PTI, claiming that the party’s founder was “launched” as a project rather than emerging through genuine political struggle. He suggested that nations cannot progress merely on slogans and speeches. According to him, there is growing frustration within PTI’s own ranks, with many members privately seeking a way out of the current deadlock.
Addressing the situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Barrister Aqeel highlighted the public’s desire for development similar to Punjab. He also dropped a significant hint regarding the province’s governance, admitting that the imposition of Governor’s Rule is being seriously discussed. While he termed it an “extremely undesirable” step, he maintained that it remains a constitutional option if the situation demands it.
