Imran Khan ‘Politically Finished’ in Sindh After Punjab, Says Ghareeda Farooqi

Lahore: Senior anchorperson and political analyst Ghareeda Farooqi has stirred fresh political debate after mocking the political standing and public popularity of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, claiming that after Punjab, it has now become evident in Sindh as well that “Imran Khan is finished.”

In a post shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Farooqi said the era of slogans and rhetoric was over and that ground realities had become clear. She argued that despite repeated claims of overwhelming public support, the actual turnout at recent political activities was limited to only a few hundred or, at best, a few thousand people.

Farooqi noted that such numbers do not align with claims of 90 percent popularity in provinces with populations ranging between 170 to 180 million. Using a sarcastic tone, she wrote, “Hun o gallan nahin rehiyan” (now it’s no longer about talk), emphasizing that reality speaks louder than slogans.

ہاں جی تو پنجاب کے بعد سندھ میں بھی کنفرم ہو گیا کہ عمران خان ختم شد ہے۔۔۔ ہن او گلاں نئیں رئیاں ۔۔۔ بس پانچ چھ سو ہزار دو ہزار بندہ پنجاب اور سندھ کے 17/18 کروڑ لوگوں میں سے ۔۔۔۔ اور دعوی نوے فیصد مقبولیت کا ۔۔۔

IT'S OVER!

— Gharidah Farooqi (T.I.) (@GFarooqi) January 11, 2026

She added that if such massive public support truly existed, it would be visible in major cities and key political centers through large-scale public participation. Her remarks come amid reports of low attendance at recent PTI political gatherings, raising questions about the party’s organizational strength and grassroots outreach.

Political analysts say the gap between social media popularity and street power is becoming increasingly apparent. However, PTI supporters have dismissed Farooqi’s remarks as biased and politically motivated. Critics, on the other hand, maintain that political success is determined not by slogans but by visible public participation and practical support.

Farooqi’s comments have reignited debate within political circles over whether PTI continues to represent a genuine majority or has been reduced to rhetorical claims amid changing political dynamics.