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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf was founded by Imran Khan on 25 April 1996 in Lahore, Pakistan.[11] Founded initially as a sociopolitical movement, in June 1996 the first Central Executive Committee of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf was formed under the leadership of Imran Khan, including Naeemul Haque, Ahsan Rasheed, Hafeez Khan, Mowahid Hussain, Mahmood Awan and Nausherwan Burki[12] as founding members. PTI began to grow slowly but did not achieve immediate popularity. Khan launched PTI as a party which he claimed represented the true aspirations of the people of Pakistan. Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's constitution was approved on 24 January 1999 by the Central Executive Committee in Lahore. In October 2002, Khan ran for office in the National Elections and became a member of parliament (MP) for Mianwali, his home town. Khan, however, remained deeply critical of the entire political order of Pakistan, which he deemed corrupt, inefficient, and morally bereft of any of the founding principles of Pakistan. In protest, Khan began a grassroots campaign to raise awareness about his political party. After Benazir Bhutto was assassinated in 2007 and Nawaz Sharif returned from self-exile in Saudi Arabia, pressure increased upon President Musharraf to hold democratic elections. PTI, in conjunction with many political parties, joined the All Parties Democratic Movement, which was opposed to further military rule. The general election in 2008 resulted in a PPP victory. This election was boycotted by PTI. During the Asif Ali Zardari's presidency, Imran Khan's popularity soared amid discontent with the ruling administration's domestic and foreign policy. PTI's basic appeal is its credentials as a populist party. PTI has promised to create a truly independent, self-reliant Pakistan which is free from debt, dependency, and discord if elected to power. In Pakistan: A Personal History, PTI chairman Khan argues that a selfish and corrupt ruling elite, made up of primarily politicians, feudal leaders, and military bureaucrats, has destroyed Pakistan and brought it to the brink of disaster. PTI maintains that it represents all Pakistanis, regardless of religious, ethnic, linguistic, and provincial backgrounds. Ideology Pakistan Tahreek e Insaf's agenda articulates and spells out the vision of a modern Islamic republic that advocates individuals welfare through community's co-operation. PTI wants to set Pakistan on a course to political stability, social harmony, and economic prosperity for all religious, ethnic and racial communities. PTI has an agenda to blend traditional social and religious values and cultural and ethnic diversity of Pakistan into common goals and aspirations for a just society based on Mohammad Iqbal's and Mohammad Ali Jinnah's vision of Islamic democratic culture providing Social security, Welfare and the Rule of law. Mohammad Iqbal's work has influenced Imran Khan in his deliberations on an "Islamic social state". Khan's call for religion and national pride to play a greater role appeal primarily to a gradually growing young and educated urban middle class. As the political elite have shown neither the desire or ability to act against the energy crisis, inflation, and social tensions, the population is looking for alternatives.[2] Providing a credible new leadership for restoration of Pakistan's political and economic sovereignty through building a new bond of trust between the government and the people is another stated goal of the party. Establishment of a strong accountability and anti-corruption system is also a very important part of PTI's agenda.[2] [13] A campaign poster of the PTI Constitution The constitution published online on PTI's official website.[14] PTI was established to mobilise the people to extricate Pakistan from its present state of despair and to set it on the path of unity, solidarity, social justice and prosperity. The Central Executive Committee is the main central council; its duty is to assist the chairman to carry out day-to-day functions of the National Council, to lay down the party policy and to guide the party at the national level and to act as executive authority of the party at the national level. According to the party Constitution, the chairman is the head and the chief spokesman of the party and shall exercise all powers inherent in his office. His duty is to ensure that the organisation at all levels works in accordance with the aims and objects of the party. He shall have the power to delegate any of his powers to the Secretary General or to any member of the Central Executive Committee. He shall have power to suspend any office bearer at the national and provincial levels pending disciplinary action against him. In the event of removal or suspension of an office bearer, he may delegate power and duties of such office bearer to any other member of the Party. He shall have all other powers which have not been specifically stated including power of interpretation of the party constitution for successful functioning of the organisation, provided that an appeal against the chairman's interpretation could be made to the National Council. A new constitution was drafted by the constitutional committee of the party headed by lawyer and Senior Vice-President Hamid Khan. According to the new constitution, two new positions were created, i.e. Vice-Chairman and President. These new positions do not have any specific constitutional powers but rely on the chairman to be given specific tasks. Policies Social As a revolutionary party that has recently arrived on the national stage, the PTI has called for major social, economic, and political reforms. The PTI's ideology is derived mainly from Allama Iqbal's vision of a self-reliant, modern democracy derived from the guiding principles inherent in Islam. While Pakistan receives a large amount of money from international lenders and aid donors, the PTI has promised to stop all foreign aid if it comes to power.[15] The PTI maintains that corruption in all of its forms – whether moral, financial, spiritual – has ruined Pakistan, and therefore a culture of accountability and transparency is needed to restore faith in the system of government.[16] The PTI has robustly argued for religious tolerance and greater representation for minorities. A number of Christians, Sikhs, and Hindus have joined the PTI.[17][18] Besides minorities, the PTI has also spoken out for the plight of senior citizens, poor people, and women.[19] Education PTI believes in raising education standards across the country, launching a strong campaign to achieve universal literacy, and promoting schools and colleges in the nation.[20][20] On 20 February 2013 PTI launched[21] its 'Education Policy'[22] with plans to introduce uniform education system with one curricula for all and provision of education in mother tongue and Urdu language for primary levels. English being an international language cannot be ignored, but it would be taught as a subject and not as a cultural imperialism, as it triggered wide cultural and societal divisions in the country.[23] PTI believes in de-politicization and de-centralization of all educational institutes to the basic town level. Party would like to give special focus to adult literacy from the age of 15-to-30 and invest resources to provide functional literacy to them. The PTI believes that a focus should be placed upon the education of women.[24] Political The PTI has called for a complete overhaul of Pakistan's current political order[25][26] The PTI believes in a complete abolition of feudalism,[27] economic inequality,[27] and an end to government mismanagement. The PTI has promised to crack down on police brutality, restructure the civil service, reform the electoral system, allow for a truly independent judiciary, decentralise state power, and enforce all laws which extend personal liberty.[27][28] On 18 August 2014, Khan announced PTI would renounce all its seats won in the 2013 elections, claiming the elections were rigged. He accused Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif of plundering the national wealth, and demanded his resignation. He called on the public to withhold taxes and payment of utility bills to force the government to resign.[29] On 22 August 2014 all 34 PTI lawmakers resigned from the national assembly.[30] Defence The PTI propose civilian supremacy over Pakistan's military. The armed forces would be under complete civilian control, the ISI would report directly to the Prime Minister of Pakistan, and the defence budget would be audited by the government. Imran Khan also pledged to resign should any terrorism take place from Pakistani soil following these reforms.[31][32][33] Drone bombings Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaaf organised a protest against drone attacks in Pakistan on 23 November 2013 at Peshawar, where it called on the federal government to force an end to U.S. CIA drone attacks and to block NATO supplies through the country to Afghanistan. "We will put pressure on America, and our protest will continue if drone attacks are not stopped." The U.S. embassy declined to comment on the protest that also temporarily closed a route leading to one of two border crossings used for the shipments.[34] Foreign Affairs Chairman PTI Imran Khan with Secretary of State John Kerry. The PTI believes in pursuing a foreign policy based on a nationalist agenda, which it believes will safeguard all of Pakistan's national interests and promote greater regional co-operation. The PTI would forge stronger relationships with neighbouring countries, but not at the cost of Pakistan's national sovereignty or territorial integrity.[35] The PTI would fully restore Pakistan's economic and political sovereignty if elected into power, and has consistently vilified the PPP-led federal government for subverting Pakistan's national interests and strategic ambitions to please international powers.[36] The PTI hopes to have a relationship with the US that would be based on "self dignity and respect.[37] The PTI will also stop all foreign aid to Pakistan.[32] The PTI would make the Kashmir issue a top priority and would try and solve the issue permanently so that Pakistan no longer has any border or territorial disputes with any of its neighbours.[38] General elections People in Peshawar gather to welcome Imran Khan on 23 December 2008 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf since its inception in 1996 has contested in the general elections of 1997, 2002 and 2013. It chose to boycott the 2008 general elections which became a major controversial move for the party in subsequent years. 1997 & 2002 General Elections Less than one year after its founding, PTI contested its first elections in the 1997 general elections, when Imran Khan unsuccessfully stood from seven constituencies across Pakistan[39] In the 2002 general elections, the party fought from a limited number of constituencies and was only able to win from Mianwali with its Chairman Imran Khan securing their lone seat. Overall PTI secured 0.8% of the popular vote, it was seen as a small achievement for the party to be able to enter the Parliament and start to exhibit its political muscle[40] 2008 General Elections Imran Khan tearing his nomination paper at a press conference in 2007. It has been taken by the Administration of www.insaf.pk, who have allowed to use it. Imran Khan tearing his nomination paper at a press conference in 2007. PTI boycotted the 2008 general election. PTI openly boycotted the Pakistani general election on 18 February 2008 because it believed that the election was fraudulent and laced with irregularities. With rising discontent among all of Pakistan's traditional political parties and dissatisfaction with the corrupt political order, PTI has surged ahead. In recent polls, Imran Khan has emerged as Pakistan's most popular politician, and many disenchanted citizens believe that only his party can bring genuine change.[41] Therefore, PTI has taken to massive campaigning and rallying to bring about a clean sweep in the next general elections. PTI's recent jalsas (rallies) have attracted a lot of publicity and have been very successful in garnering support for his party. 2013 General Elections On 21 April 2013 Khan, Chairman of PTI, launched his campaign for the 2013 elections from Lahore where he addressed thousands of supporters at the The Mall, Lahore followed by prayers at the Data Durbar Complex.[42] [43] which was followed by large rallies in Karak and Dera Ismail Khan.[44] He also announced that he would pull Pakistan out of the US-led war on terror and bring peace in the Pashtun tribal belt.[44] On 22 April 2013 Khan addressed different public meetings in Malakand, Lower Dir District and Upper Dir District where he announced that PTI will introduce a uniform education system in which the children of rich and poor will have equal opportunities.[45] On the same day he led a well-attended rally in Rawalpindi's Constituency NA-56 which included tens of thousands of his supporters embarking on vehicle. He was accompanied by his political ally Shaikh Rasheed Ahmad.[46] On 23 April 2013 Khan addressed large rallies in Renala Khurd, Okara and other parts of Sahiwal Division as a move to mobilise people, he also challenged PML-N President Nawaz Sharif to a live debate, a challenge which PML-N was quick to decline.[47] On 24 April, Khan addressed rallies Nankana Sahib District, Sheikhupura and Pattoki where he announced that once he comes to power no parliamentarian will receive development funds as they are misused for achieving political gains.[48] On 25 April 2013 Khan continued his PR campaign by addressing political gatherings in South Punjab including Pakpattan, Lodhran and Vehari.[49][50] On the following day Khan continued his mass campaign in South Punjab, he addressed rallies at Jalalpur Pirwala, Muzaffargarh, Mian Channu, Kabirwala and Khanewal where he promised to end the system of tyranny and announced that once in Power he will make law which will allow every village or town to elect its own Station House Officer which he believes will prevent corruption and police brutality, he also promised to eliminate the post of Patwari and make a computerised and professional land record system.[51][52] Khan ended his south Punjab campaign by addressing rallies at Bahawalpur, Khanpur, Sadiqabad, Rahim Yar Khan and Rajanpur on 27 April. During the campaign he collectively visited over 25 towns and cities and addressed dozens of rallies and corner meetings, at the end he promised to hang the killers behind the assassination of Benazir Bhutto he also said that the local government system is important for prosperity of Pakistan.[53] On 28 April, Khan moved to central Punjab where he addressed large rallies at Mandi Bahauddin, Hafizabad and Sargodha while promising people to bring justice and equality to Pakistan.[54] On 29 April 2013 Khan addressed rallies at Murree, Talagang, Chakwal, Taxila and Attock[55] On 30 April, Khan visited his home town of Mianwali where he addressed several rallies, he lashed out on Bhutto's and Sharif's. He is quoted to say 'You can't lead revolution from behind bulletproof glass' he also claimed that he had conquered fear of dying 17 years ago.[56] On 1 and 2 March Khan addressed gatherings in Sibi, Loralai, Zafarwal, Pasrur, Narowal, Jacobabad and also led a car rally in Rawalpindi.[57][58] On 3 May Khan continued his campaign at Battagram, Mansehra, Torghar District, Abbottabad and Haripur, followed by rallies at Buner District, Swabi, Charsadda, Mardan, Nowshera and Peshawar on 4th while promising to abandon war on terror.[59][60] Khan 5 May arrested rallies at Chiniot, Khushab, Lahore, Multan and Faisalabad.[61] Six points of Naya Pakistan Pledge Picture taken by my own camera. Imran Khan addresses a Political gathering at Karachi opposite of Mazar-e-Quaid, according to PTI over 200,000 people attended this gathering. On 23 March 2013 (Pakistan Day) Imran Khan addreased over 100,000 supporters at Iqbal Park and made Six promises to the people of Pakistan if he comes to power also known as Imran Khan's six pledges.[62][63][64] I will always speak the truth to the people of Pakistan. The PTI government that will come into power, I promise that we will try to end tyranny. I will never take my money out of Pakistan. I will never take personal benefit from being in government, nor will my relatives be allowed to benefit from my being in power. I will protect your tax money. We will stand together with every Pakistani in or outside Pakistan. Imran Khan's election campaign injury Results of the 2013 Pakistani General Election Pakistan Muslim League (N) Pakistan Peoples Party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Independents Muttahida Qaumi Movement Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) Postponed/terminated/withheld Pakistan Muslim League (F) Pakhtun-khwa Milli Awami Party Repoll ordered Jamaat-e-Islami National Peoples Party Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Qaumi Watan Party All Pakistan Muslim League National Party (Pakistan) Balochistan National Party Awami Jamhuri Ittehad Pakistan Awami Muslim League Pakistan Muslim League (Z) Awami National Party On 7 May, just four days before the elections, Imran Khan Leader of the PTI was rushed to Shaukat Khanum hospital in Lahore after he was knocked off a forklift at the edge of a stage and fell headfirst to the ground, nearly 5 m (15 ft) below. Imran Khan was being lifted up to the stage when a security man clambered on to the forklift causing Imran Khan and three other men already on the forklift to lose their footing. According to initial reports from Pakistani journalists and bloggers, Mr. Khan was in stable condition and would return within a few hours to finish the rally. It was later posted on his Facebook page that all rallies on that day and the following day were now cancelled.[65] The stage used for the rally did not contain steps which lead onto the stage. Instead, Imran Khan had to be raised onto the stage by a forklift. The reason behind his falling is not clear yet, however an unstable forklift, overloaded mounting of security guards and some pushing and shoving which caused the pallets to slip from the forks are among the possible reasons for the incident. CNBC Pakistan confirmed from witnesses that the security guards were told not to board the forklift as this could cause an accident but this advice was ignored when more guards tried to board the forklift. Dawn stated that Khan was being lifted on a crane with five people but lost his balance and fell when a sixth one tried to climb on as the forklift was being raised. As the sixth guard tried to climb, the pallet slipped from the forks. Khan lost his balance, fell overboard and hit his head first on the forklift before falling on the ground. Khan sustained injuries on his head and back. They also said that Khan had to have as many as 16 stitches due to the injuries he sustained at back of his head. Some media commentators in Pakistan criticised the fact that there were no steps on the side of the stage, a basic health and safety measure which is widely practised in other countries.[66] His former wife Jemima Khan wrote on Twitter: "He is in hospital and conscious now". His nephew, Hassan Niazi, tweeted: "Chairman reciting kalima in ambulance – he is fine – please just pray". Hundreds of well-wishers and supporters later gathered outside the Shaukat Khanum hospital, chanting "Long live Imran Khan".[67] Khan, later that evening, during an interview from the hospital said "I did whatever I could for this country, its up to the people to change their destiny. Come out on the 11th and vote for change, not on the basis of castes or tribes but for the ideology of the party. Come out and vote for PTI without considering its candidates, just vote for PTI." he said.[68][69] The incident immediately got extensive media coverage in Pakistan as almost all Pakistani news channels showed uninterrupted break free coverage for hours of the incident. Some non-news Pakistani channels also interrupted their regular programming to show the breaking news. Chief Election Commissioner Fakhruddin G. Ebrahim, PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif, Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri, and the Muttahida Qaumi Movement all expressed their sympathy over Imran's injury and prayed for his swift recovery. Najam Sethi, Shahid Afridi and all central party leaders visited Khan at the hospital.[70] The former chief minister of Punjab Shahbaz Sharif, who is Imran Khan's political rival visited Imran at the hospital.[71] Political leader Nawaz Sharif, whom Imran Khan is campaigning against for position of Prime Minister in the upcoming elections also announced that he is cancelling his election campaign as a show of solidarity.[72] Nawaz Sharif expressed deep concerns over Imran Khan's injuries. During an election rally he was holding in Rawalpindi, Nawaz Sharif prayed with all participants at the rally for his health. He then announced that there will be no more rallies and urged his supporters to go home and pray for Imran's recovery.[73] 2013 General Election results Pakistan's 2013 elections were held on 11 May 2013 throughout the country. The elections resulted in a clear majority of the Pakistan Muslim League (N), a strong rival of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf but it did managed to take over the Pakistan Peoples Party as the main opposition to PML-N's candidates in the Punjab Province where the parties popularity was able to push 20 representatives to the Punjab Assembly.[74][75] PTI also emerged as the second largest party in Karachi[76] While according to non-official results announced by Pakistani media and the Election Commission of Pakistan. Imran Khan, Chairman of PTI won three of the four constituencies he contested winning from Constituency NA-1, Constituency NA-56 and Constituency NA-71.[77] While Khan's party PTI won 31 directly elected parliamentary seats which is more than 300 percent more than it got in 2002 elections. PTI is emerged as a close third largest party nationally as well as being the largest in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and second largest in Punjab.[78] In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, PTI defeated all mainstream political parties across the province with mostly new candidates. It also won every seat in Peshawar, Nowshera and Mardan district, it is expected that PTI will lead a coalition government in the province. PTI couldn't manage to win a majority in Punjab but made some wins while barely managed to make any inroads in Sindh or Baluchistan. PTI got 34 out of 99 seats in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly.[79] The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf commonly known as PTI (Urdu: پاکستان تحريک انصاف; Pakistan Movement for Justice) is a centrist, welfarist, nationalist, and communitarian political party in Pakistan, which was founded by former Pakistani cricket captain and philanthropist Imran Khan. The party is an anti-status quo movement advocating for third Way synthesis for an egalitarian and modern model of Islamic democratic welfare state.[1][2][4] It is the fastest growing political party in Pakistan.[5] The PTI claims to be the only non-family party of mainstream Pakistani politics.[6] With over 10 million members in Pakistan and abroad it is claimed to be Pakistan's largest party by membership.[7][8][9] According to the 2013 elections results PTI is Pakistan's close third largest party, second largest in Punjab and Karachi while the largest in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It received the second largest popular vote in the country, with over 7.5 million people voting for it on election day.[10] It also leads a coalition government in the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. |
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