Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman claimed on Friday that those who had brought the government into power were now running it themselves.
Addressing a press conference in Gujranwala, Rehman expressed deep concern over the deteriorating law and order situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, asserting that the provincial government had lost its authority and armed groups had taken control.
He stated that the situation had become grave and needed to be taken seriously.
“The government’s writ in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has ended, and armed groups have established their dominance,” Rehman said.
He said: "The police were unable to patrol the streets after sunset, raising serious questions about the province’s security."
Commenting on the federal administration, the JUI-F chief “The day we withdraw our support, this government will cease to exist,” he warned. He criticised the ruling authorities, stating that they lacked the strength to sustain governance for even a single day.
Rehman also accused the government of sidelining opposition parties during negotiations. “Opposition parties were not taken into confidence during the discussions,” he asserted.
He clarified his stance on dialogue, saying, “I believe in resolving issues through negotiations. A political solution can only be achieved through talks.”
Addressing concerns over the controversial Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), he urged that journalists’ recommendations should be incorporated into the amendments. “Reasonable proposals should be accepted and incorporated through revisions,” he demanded.
While commenting on the imprisonment of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, Rehman maintained, “May the Higher Power grant him an early release. Questions regarding his future should be directed to him.”
