The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party has announced its plan to hold a large-scale protest at Islamabad’s D-Chowk on October 15, coinciding with the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit. The protest is aimed at raising concerns over the ongoing political and economic challenges faced by the country, as well as expressing PTI’s dissatisfaction with the government’s policies.
The timing of the protest has sparked widespread discussion, as it coincides with the high-profile SCO summit, an event that will bring together leaders and delegates from various member states, including China, Russia, and Central Asian countries. PTI leaders have clarified that the protest is not intended to disrupt the summit but to convey a strong message regarding the state of affairs in Pakistan. The party believes that this is a critical time to highlight issues such as inflation, unemployment, and what it describes as government mishandling of the country’s resources and governance.
Speaking to the media, senior PTI officials emphasized the importance of a peaceful demonstration. They urged supporters to gather in large numbers but maintain discipline to avoid any potential clashes or disruptions. The government, meanwhile, is taking the announcement seriously and has indicated that security measures will be heightened in the capital to ensure the safety of both summit attendees and protesters.
The protest is expected to be a major event, with political observers closely watching how it unfolds and its potential impact on the country’s political landscape. With tensions already running high, all eyes are on Islamabad as October 15 approaches, and both the protest and the SCO summit take center stage.
