Political committee denies 'factionalism' within PTI, warns against violating party discipline

PTI on Monday clarified that there was no “factionalism” or “division” within the party and warned of action against any member who violates the party discipline or policy. The warning was issued by PTI’s political committee, which deliberated on party matters and the country’s overall situation. The meeting also discussed the imprisonment of PTI founder Imran Khan and his family members, arrests of party leaders and workers, as well as issues related to its key leaders in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to a statement shared on X, the political committee clarified there “is no grouping or division in the party”. “The entire party is united with Imran Khan’s leadership, his ideology and his mission. Putting aside political differences, all party leaders and workers will continue to struggle for common goals,” the statement read.

Deeming it “extremely essential to maintain party discipline during this difficult political situation”, the committee decided that “action will be taken under uniform principles against any individual who violates the party’s established discipline and policy”. “The political committee emphasised that parliamentarians, the party’s parliamentary group, and other relevant stakeholders should be fully involved in the consultation process. ” Noting the importance of communication with all stakeholders, the committee affirmed that parliamentarians’ suggestions and reservations would be “given special importance”. It also warned that “irresponsible statements” and violations of organisational discipline that deviated from PTI’s platform would not be overlooked. “Strict compliance with the rules will be ensured in this regard so that unity, solidarity, and organisational stability within the party are maintained,” the statement asserted. It was further…