💥🇵🇰In a bold and defiant move, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), led by the charismatic former Prime Minister Imran Khan, has ignited a powerful movement demanding his release from jail. The "Free Imran Khan" campaign kicked off informally in Lahore on July 13, 2025, sparking hope among supporters while facing fierce resistance from authorities. 🚨🔥
### A Call for Freedom
Imran Khan, the 72-year-old cricketer-turned-politician, has been incarcerated since August 2023, entangled in over 150 legal cases, including charges of corruption, leaking state secrets, and violating marriage laws. PTI and Khan’s supporters claim these charges are politically motivated, orchestrated by Pakistan’s military establishment and the government to silence the popular leader. 🏏⚖️
The movement’s informal launch in Lahore, led by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and PTI interim chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, saw passionate supporters rallying despite heavy police crackdowns. Authorities arrested at least 20 PTI workers to suppress the protests, but the party remains undeterred, gearing up for a massive nationwide campaign set to peak on August 5. 🛡️💪
### Why Now?
Khan’s imprisonment has fueled widespread discontent, with PTI accusing the government of imposing an unofficial "martial law" to crush dissent. Gandapur declared, “The military establishment has destroyed the country, but we will rise against this tyranny.” The movement is not just about Khan’s freedom—it’s a fight for democracy, justice, and the rights of ordinary Pakistanis. 🌍⚖️
PTI’s resolve comes amidst claims of Khan’s mistreatment in Adiala Jail, including inadequate food and lack of electricity. These allegations have galvanized supporters, with thousands taking to the streets in previous protests, like the November 2024 Islamabad march, despite violent clashes with security forces. 🕊️🚨[]
### A Defiant Leader
From his cell, Khan remains a towering figure, refusing exile offers and vowing to fight for Pakistan’s future. In a message posted on X, he urged supporters to rise against the “tyrannical system” after Ashura, stating, “I would rather live in a dark prison cell than accept slavery.” His resilience inspires millions, with PTI-backed candidates securing the most seats in the 2024 elections despite his absence. 🗳️🔒
### What’s Next?
The "Free Imran Khan" movement is gaining momentum, with PTI planning a nationwide push to pressure the Shehbaz Sharif government and the military. The party is collaborating with opposition groups to amplify its voice, aiming to restore what they call “true democracy.” Barrister Gohar Ali Khan expressed hope that the Punjab government would act with “sanity” to avoid further escalation. 🕊️🤝
As August 5 approaches, the world watches Pakistan closely. Will this movement force Khan’s release, or will it deepen the country’s political divide? One thing is clear: Imran Khan’s fight for freedom is a rallying cry for a nation yearning for change. 🌟🇵🇰
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