Islamabad, November 28: Sahibzada Hamid Raza, the leader of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC), has announced his resignation from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) Core and Political Committees. The decision comes amid growing tensions within PTI following the party’s retreat from Islamabad’s D-Chowk, according to ARY News.
Sources indicate that Sahibzada Hamid Raza is also considering stepping down as a National Assembly member. He is expected to submit his formal resignation to PTI founder Imran Khan during an upcoming meeting.
This resignation follows intense criticism of PTI’s leadership after its D-Chowk protest failed to achieve its objective of securing Imran Khan’s release. The protest ended in retreat and was followed by a crackdown on party workers, leading to hundreds of arrests.
Criticism has grown within PTI ranks, with party workers questioning the absence of key leaders during the protest. Sahibzada Hamid Raza’s resignation mirrors the recent departure of PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja, who stepped down amid similar dissatisfaction with the party leadership.
PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has confirmed receiving Raja’s resignation. Party insiders suggest that more resignations may follow, further destabilizing PTI during this turbulent period.
PTI’s political committee convened in Islamabad to assess the fallout from the D-Chowk protest and deliberate on potential legal actions regarding alleged casualties during the demonstration.
The meeting highlighted the mounting challenges faced by the party, including internal discord and criticism from supporters. With dissatisfaction spreading, the PTI leadership is under growing pressure to address these concerns and rebuild trust among party members and the public.
Sahibzada Hamid Raza’s resignation reflects the increasing unrest within PTI as it grapples with internal challenges and external criticism. The coming weeks will be crucial for the party as it seeks to regain its footing amid growing uncertainties.
PTI’s leadership crisis highlights the need for effective strategies to address internal unrest and restore confidence within its ranks.
