Fawad Chaudhry Resigns from PTI, Takes Break from Politics

In a recent Twitter announcement, the former federal minister expressed his decision to step away from politics and resign from his party position. Fawad Chaudhry referred to his earlier statement in which he strongly condemned the incidents that took place on May 9. He stated that due to these events, he has chosen to take a break from politics and part ways with Imran Khan.

Ref. My earlier statement where I unequivocally condemned 9th May incidents, I have decided to take a break from politics, therefore, I have resigned from party position and parting ways from Imran Khan

— Ch Fawad Hussain (@fawadchaudhry) May 24, 2023

Following the violent episodes on May 9, where military installations, including the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi and the Corps Commander House in Lahore, were attacked after the arrest of PTI chairman Imran Khan, several PTI lawmakers and members have disassociated themselves from the party.

Fawad Chaudhry’s departure comes after former human rights minister Shireen Mazari and former Punjab minister Fayyaz ul Hassan Chohan also resigned from the PTI in response to the violence that unfolded on May 9.

The events on May 9 sparked violent clashes throughout Pakistan after the arrest of Imran Khan at the Islamabad High Court. Protests erupted in various cities, including remote and major ones, as PTI workers expressed their discontent over their leader’s arrest. Balochistan, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Islamabad witnessed demonstrations, leading to authorities calling upon the armed forces to ensure law and order.

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During the PTI protest, army installations and the Corps Commander’s house in Lahore were targeted. It was reported that Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Operations Ali Nasir Rizvi sustained severe injuries while attempting to restore order.

Fawad Chaudhry’s resignation adds to the growing list of PTI members who have distanced themselves from the party in the wake of the May 9 incidents, which have had significant repercussions within the political landscape.