No Tolerance for Politics of Chaos and Violence, Says Information Minister

Islamabad: Federal Minister for Information, Attaullah Tarar, has stated that the government will not tolerate politics of chaos and violence in the country. During a press conference, he emphasized that Pakistan’s economy is currently on a growth trajectory, with several foreign delegations visiting the country over the past seven months. He also highlighted the resumption of PIA flights to Europe as a positive development, and noted that the country’s foreign exchange reserves have surpassed $11 billion.
Addressing the situation surrounding the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protests, Tarar accused the party of engaging in “politics of corpses.” He claimed that PTI members were circulating old videos and photos of dead bodies on social media to stir unrest. The minister asserted that the state had made the decision not to allow politics based on violence and chaos.
He further criticized PTI leaders, particularly Bushra Bibi, for allegedly spreading false propaganda. “They are using footage of Israeli atrocities in Gaza and sharing fake images of bodies,” said Tarar, adding that PTI supporters had fled the protest scene, leaving behind cars and shoes. He stressed that no proof of security personnel firing on the protesters had been provided, and no blood or casualties were observed during the events.
Tarar also pointed to ongoing internal power struggles within PTI. “PTI is engaged in a battle for power, and the violent protesters involved in the unrest will face speedy trials and severe punishments,” he declared. The government intends to identify those responsible for attacking law enforcement personnel, warning that anyone participating in future protests would face serious consequences for any acts of aggression.
In a separate remark, the information minister dismissed comments made by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, Ali Gundapour, regarding the protests, calling him a coward and accusing him of abandoning his province in times of unrest. Tarar added that the provincial government had shown no concern for maintaining peace.