Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan clarified on Thursday that Bushra Bibi's release from jail was based on merit and was not the result of any deal.
According to the 24NewsHD TV channel, addressing media persons, Barrister Gohar emphasised that Bushra Bibi was detained to exert pressure on PTI’s founder, Imran Khan.
“There was no valid reason to keep Bushra Bibi in detention any longer,” he stated, explaining that she was wrongfully imprisoned in the Toshakhana case, despite not being directly involved, as she neither received nor sold any gifts.
Gohar highlighted that Bushra Bibi endured nine months of imprisonment without betraying Imran Khan. He also expressed hope that Imran Khan will also be released from jail soon.
He reiterated that both Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi stood firm and did not enter into any deals or compromises. "Imran Khan remains steadfast on his stance," he asserted.
Congratulating the party and Bushra Bibi on her release, Barrister Gohar expressed optimism that her release would help resolve many ongoing issues.
He also dismissed rumours of a forward block in PTI, affirming that Omar Ayub Khan and other leaders remain united under Imran Khan’s leadership.
In conclusion, Gohar announced PTI’s intention to challenge the 26th Amendment in court, stating that the party does not agree with it.