Senator Faisal Vawda has accused PTI leader Imran Khan of causing Pakistan’s current political instability, citing evidence provided by former Inter-Services Intelligence Director General Lt Gen (retd) Faiz Hameed that links Khan to the May 9 vandalism incident.
“I cannot uphold law and democracy while I have multiple cases pending in courts. Recently, I revealed that Faiz Hameed, a close associate of Imran Khan, provided evidence of Khan’s involvement in the May 9 vandalism,” Vawda stated during an interview with a private TV channel.
Vawda also mentioned that Imran admitted to instructing his supporters to march towards GHQ. He noted that parties like PML-N, PPP, JUI-F, and MQM-P had also clashed with the establishment in the past but eventually negotiated.
When asked if Faiz Hameed had advised the protest at GHQ on May 9, Vawda clarified, “This was not Faiz Hameed’s suggestion; however, Imran Khan was involved in the entire plan.”
Vawda asserted that the government is not threatened by a technocrat government or martial law, but rather by the ongoing power struggle within the PML-N. He added that the IMF had reached a deal with the finance minister, but the decision regarding reserved seats would not be implemented.
In the interview, Vawda questioned the origin of discussions about a constitutional breakdown. “It would be better if ministers admitted their incompetence; the nation would respect them more. PML-N should resolve its internal conflicts and not drag the country into political instability,” he said.
Vawda highlighted positive economic indicators, noting a decrease in the interest rate, implying reduced inflation. He suggested renegotiating electricity agreements with IPPs, stating, “These political parties were responsible for the agreements that ensure payments to IPPs regardless of power supply. Such contracts involve kickbacks. The decision on reserved seats will not be implemented, with the Election Commission, Parliament, Speaker of the National Assembly, and President standing in the way.”
He emphasized that constitutional amendments are the responsibility of Parliament while interpreting the Constitution falls to the Supreme Court.
Vawda stressed the need to dispel the notion of judicial martial law. “The establishment’s stance on May 9 is clear. Regardless of future army chiefs, the military will remain focused on its duties. There are good people in political parties who should be allowed to come forward,” he remarked.
He concluded by stating that 90% of his predictions had proven accurate and anticipated political upheaval in September and October, but the government was not under threat. Vawda added that the PTI did not urgently need a forward bloc, but one would be formed selectively.
