In a recent development that has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, senior PTI leaders, Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, Raoof Hasan, and Shah Farman, were summoned before a joint investigation team (JIT) following a social media smear campaign allegedly orchestrated by the PTI against state institutions. This investigation, which took place over a 1.5-hour interrogation session, delved into the involvement of PTI’s social media handlers and the dissemination of objectionable content on various online platforms.
Unveiling the Truth Behind the Allegations
During the intensive questioning by the JIT, Barrister Gohar Ali Khan and his colleagues were presented with incriminating social media posts, shedding light on the nefarious activities that had transpired. Additionally, the leaders were probed about the party’s financial affairs, with a particular focus on the funding sources and expenditure patterns of the PTI. In a surprising turn of events, two members from the PTI finance department were also summoned to provide detailed financial records to the investigators, adding a new layer of complexity to the ongoing inquiry.
In a candid telephonic interview with Express News, Barrister Gohar Ali Khan emphasized the PTI’s commitment to upholding the sanctity of all institutions and expressed a desire for amicable relations with the authorities. Denying any personal involvement in posting derogatory content against state entities, he reiterated his stance on maintaining a respectful discourse in the political arena. Reflecting on his interaction with the JIT, Barrister Gohar appreciated the cordial atmosphere in which the questioning took place, while acknowledging the gravity of the situation at hand. As the party deliberates on the JIT’s inquiries, plans are underway to engage with PTI founder Imran Khan to address the burgeoning social media crisis.
The Legal Battle Unfolds
Prior to the interrogation, the JIT had issued formal notices to a myriad of senior PTI leaders and workers, including prominent figures such as Salman Akram Raja, Asad Qaiser, Hammad Azhar, and Zulfi Bukhari, among others. These notifications, dispatched by the Islamabad IG’s office, detailed the formation of the JIT under the auspices of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016, with a specific mandate to investigate the orchestrated dissemination of false information and seditious content through social media platforms. By summoning individuals closely associated with the alleged misconduct, the JIT sought to ascertain the extent of their involvement in the malicious campaign to destabilize the country’s socio-political fabric.
As the investigations progress and the spotlight intensifies on the PTI leadership, the intricate web of political intrigue and digital deception continues to unravel, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the future trajectory of the party. The onus now rests on the JIT to sift through the evidence, analyze the testimonies, and uncover the truth behind the insidious machinations that have threatened to undermine the very foundations of democracy. As the nation watches with bated breath, the ultimate resolution of this high-stakes probe remains shrouded in a veil of suspense, awaiting the definitive verdict that will shape the course of political discourse in the days to come.
