Fawad Chaudhry Says Government Faces No Immediate Threat from Opposition
ISLAMABAD: Senior politician Fawad Chaudhry has stated that the government currently does not feel any immediate or significant threat from the opposition, citing its lack of organization and momentum.
Speaking on the country’s political situation, Fawad Chaudhry said the opposition does not appear to be in a position to launch a sustained or coordinated movement. He added that at times, the government seems to wait for public pressure or street protests before making policy changes, while recent constitutional amendments have further limited political space.
He noted that rising economic pressures are increasing public frustration, warning that the apparent calm in society may actually reflect underlying unrest. “Even a small incident could trigger large-scale protests,” he said, adding that social media can rapidly amplify issues. He cautioned the government against mistaking silence for stability.
Commenting on his former party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, he said internal divisions and groupings have weakened its organizational strength. According to him, each faction is prioritizing its own interests, undermining overall unity.
Fawad Chaudhry further highlighted a leadership vacuum within the party, saying no strong and widely accepted leadership has emerged after its founding leadership. He noted that while protests may gain momentum temporarily, sustaining them without unified leadership remains a major challenge.
He concluded that the country’s political future appears uncertain and warned that without internal cohesion, the situation could become more complicated in the coming days.
