Afridi urges PTI-linked student activists to prepare for organized and constitutional protest campaign
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi. Photo: Archive
PESHAWAR:
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi, addressing the officials and activists of Insaf Students Federation (ISF), highlighted that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and its affiliated organizations have always carried out their struggle within the confines of the constitution and law, forming the basis of their political identity.
Highlighting the right of citizens to protest peacefully as per the Constitution of Pakistan, Afridi emphasized that this right must be exercised with full discipline and adherence to legal norms. He announced that preparations for a “street movement” have begun, under the directives of PTI Chairman Imran Khan, and called for organized and comprehensive planning at all levels.
Afridi urged the youth to focus on discipline, awareness and organization instead of emotions. He noted that the genuine struggle for freedom requires sustained, serious and systematic effort, and that preparation at all levels is essential. Referring to the history of the Insaf Student Federation, he stated that it is the only student organization that has consistently promoted peaceful, civilized and constitutional activism. He said previous protests, sit-ins and rallies organized by the federation have never involved violence, misconduct or unconstitutional actions.
“The success of the street movement will depend on a strong organizational structure,” Afridi said, instructing the federation to fully activate and strengthen chapters in each university, college and educational institution. He emphasized that the true strength of the party comes from the grassroots and that organizational preparation must extend to districts, union councils and district levels.
Afridi criticized corrupt and anti-national political forces for undermining state institutions, democracy and the judiciary, spreading political instability and attempting to divert youth from their core goals. He stressed that young activists must remain vigilant against negative propaganda while keeping the focus of their struggle clear.
