The Project (political) Tsunami's Ebb and Flow in Pursuit of Change in Pakistan
امیدِ نو کی کِرن تو کبھی کی پھوٹ چکی
! مگر فلک پہ ابھی تک وہی اندھیرا ہے
ریاض لغاری
Translation:
A glimmer of hope for a new day had once sprouted.
but the sky continues to be completely dark!
Prose translation:
Though there is certainly a glimmer of optimism for a fresh start, the gloom still rules the skies!
Riaz Laghari
The "Imran Khan Project" (The Project (political) Tsunami') was started by the Pakistani military establishment to fill a perceived political void, but it has since been shelved. Imran Khan, a former cricket player, and popular personality noted for his idealistic speeches, became Pakistan's Prime Minister, raising hopes for transformational leadership. Due to his lack of political savvy, the Imran Khan Project ultimately failed, resulting in a corrupt government and his subsequent overthrow in 2022. His reputation in the military and in the courts suffered significant harm as a result of the rioting on May 9, 2022, which was organized by his supporters.
The military establishment in Pakistan has frequently meddled in political events throughout history, overthrowing legitimately elected governments and installing military leaders in their place. The Imran Khan Project, on the other hand, was touted as an alternative strategy in which the military would support a leader outside of the conventional political structure. Imran Khan represented a new face in Pakistani politics and the possibility of a profound transformation in the nation.
After former military dictator, Gen. Pervez Musharraf resigned in 2008, the military establishment created the Imran Khan Project to fill the perceived gap. That same institution has since dissolved the initiative. Imran Khan was chosen as the leader of the project, which attempted to cultivate a new anti-PPP and anti-PML-N voting bloc by appealing to non-political sections of the populace. But his multiple errors and allegations of widespread corruption resulted in his removal and the demise of his party and political career. ( DAWN-Smokers’ Corner Smokers' Corner: The Rise and Fall of Imran Khan by Nadeem F. Paracha)
Imran Khan's rise to prominence was aided by his inspirational speeches and his notoriety as a former cricket player. His campaign centered on eradicating corruption, promoting job growth, and reviving the economy of the country. This struck a chord with the people of Pakistan, which contributed to his resounding(RTS-facilitated + aliens-engineered) victory in the general elections of 2018. Imran Khan, however, found it difficult to keep the majority of his commitments once in office.
Imran Khan's lack of political knowledge—he entered politics with no prior experience—was a crucial cause of his downfall. He struggled with the complex procedures of the government and bureaucracy, which slowed the implementation of his suggested reforms. Critics claim that corruption permeated his government and that he did not act forcefully to remove corrupt officials. Pakistan's ranking on the corruption index sank lower than its previous position.
Imran Khan faced additional challenges as a result of the entrenched political figures' adamant resistance. He was fiercely opposed by traditional political parties, who saw him as a danger to their position of authority. They used a variety of strategies to destabilize his government, making his problems worse. Additionally, Imran Khan's administration struggled to win over the bureaucracy, which hampered the implementation of policy.
His standing among the military and courts suffered significantly as a result of the May 9 riots, which were led by Imran Khan's followers. The military, which had at first backed Imran Khan, eventually lost interest in their once cherished initiative as it had unturned into “the projected tsunami” after May 9 riots and the destruction they caused. In addition, the judges, who had previously been sympathetic to Imran Khan, saw the upheaval as a national destabilizer.
During his term, Pakistan's populist leader Imran Khan showed a troubling proclivity towards fascism. He resorted to repressing and intimidating the media, including removing TV anchors from networks who dared to criticize his rule of law. Khan demonstrated a refusal to consider competing ideas, and his media strategy was focused on quashing criticism and strengthening his hold on power. His propension /propensity to proto-fascism was dangerous for a transparent, democratic, constitutional society.
Imran Khan, the former prime minister of Pakistan and head of the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) political party, is up against the security establishment, which supported him in winning the 2018 elections, and this is posing a threat to his political career. Over a dozen leaders and former MPs have left the PTI since Khan was detained on a corruption accusation, and his fans have organized violent protests that have resulted in the detention of thousands of PTI employees. Pakistan's political instability could harm democracy, and if national elections are not held, anti-democratic elements in the nation may gain strength. (In Pakistan, populist Imran Khan faces the biggest challenge of his political career By Roohan Ahmed-Atlantic Council: SOUTH ASIA CENTER)
According to a Reuters survey, Pakistani media authorities ordered TV networks to censor footage of rioters from last month, which made it impossible for mainstream news outlets to continue covering the former prime minister Imran Khan. The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority requested that television license holders make sure that "hate mongers, rioters, their facilitators, and perpetrators" be "completely screened out from media". The regulator made no specific mention of Khan. (Reuters & ARAB NEWS)
Imran Khan, the former prime minister of Pakistan, has lost a lot of his party's top leaders, and his isolation is growing. Khan has charged the military establishment with trying to assassinate him and planning his arrest since their falling out and his subsequent removal from power. Analysts think that the military is now deliberately dismantling Khan's network of allies before apprehending him and putting him on trial in a military tribunal. Many of his supporters have been apprehended and accused of terrorism-related crimes; some of them may soon stand trial in military courts. Imran Khan is isolated as the Pakistani army crushes his party due to his political maneuvers. (Imran Khan’s political games leave him isolated as Pakistan army destroys party- The Guardian)
As a result of Imran Khan's lack of political experience, the Imran Khan Project, which the Pakistani military establishment started in an effort to fill a perceived political void, ultimately failed, leading to a corrupt government and widespread turmoil. His reputation in the military and courts was seriously damaged by the riots on May 9, which were organized by his followers. The Imran Khan Project's failure highlights the need for Pakistan to have a more open political system that enables new leaders to emerge without undue intervention from the military establishment.
Hold on to your seats, because the rumor mill is about to fill them with some hilariously fictitious, imaginative, and creative information! Be prepared for the most startling things that will have you doubting the sanity of the ancient scribes, according to the wacky rumors circulating through the corridors of power. We're entering the world of "Verbal Chronicles" and "Political Whispers," where fantastical stories rule supreme and historical reality is subordinated. So gather 'round, brethren seekers of the truth, and prepare for this astonishing exposé provided to you by the masters of embellishment and the champions of political gossip!
Be prepared for a storm of astounding disclosures that could upend conventional wisdom about the recent political history in the final days of September and the beginning of October. There are persistent rumors that long-held beliefs about prominent characters like Yaya Khan, the mysterious Muhammad Shah Rangeela, and even the notorious Roman Emperor Nero could seem trivial when compared to the startling information that might be released in the near future about a famous political figure who has been projecting his image as a holy, honest, ideal role model. Shocking material may surface in a twist that defies logic and calls into question our understanding of the past, pushing people to reevaluate their opinions and examine the possibility that these hitherto despised individuals were, despite all odds, innocent and, dare we say it, decent. Expect a paradigm shift that will cause historians to reel and skeptics to doubt the foundations of our knowledge of human history, to put it mildly!
Demagogues manage the subtleties of human emotions, their biological, psychological, and sociological underpinnings, and their connection to cultural norms. Emotional language is used to explore the complexity of human emotions, including parapraxis, the unconscious mind, and sublimation, as well as the value of practical knowledge in navigating the moral and material world. Understanding how biological, psychological, social, and cultural components interact in order to explain human feelings and behaviors is crucial because emotions cannot be understood solely in terms of physiological processes. Political opportunists are skilled at preying on the public's emotional weaknesses as their goal is not to rescue the helpless masses but to use them to move up the power ladder and that is what we have been witnessing in a political landscape where people are used as fuel for political campaigns and once objectives achieved promises made with poor people are forgotten.
Politicians don't seem to care about the problems that ordinary people face or the current national catastrophe. They lack comprehensive economic plans for enhancing numerous industries that demand attention. The principles of the separation of powers and the rule of law must be upheld by the government. Politicians should uphold the ideals of leaders and have the necessary credentials. It seems that in our country, the wealthy are the only ones who can enter politics and further their own money. This startling inequality goes against the basic foundation of our nation. It seems that in our country, the wealthy are the only ones who can enter politics and further their own money. Depressingly, the concerns of regular Pakistanis are not taken into account. How can those in authority feel satiated while the very future of the country is at stake?
The intersectionalities in the complex web of our so-called anti-establishment leaders are just as fascinating as a soap opera's family tree. According to our peculiar tradition, Ayub Khan has been referred to as "Daddy" by a select few people, while Zia has served as the political patriarch for others. However, in a shocking turn of events, those who are suffering from acute "anti-establishment" fever have abruptly switched their allegiance, censuring Bajwa while completely forgetting that he was previously their adoring democrat paternal figure. While the rest of us try to follow up with this political farce, it seems that our politicians have a flair for playing a never-ending game of "Who's Your Daddy?"
صبحِ آزادی
یہ داغ داغ اُجالا یہ شب گزیدہ سحر
وہ انتظار تھا جس کا یہ وہ سحر تو نہیں
یہ وہ سحر تو نہیں جس کی آرزو لے کر
چلے تھے یار کہ مل جائے گی کہیں نہ کہیں
فلک کے دشت میں تاروں کی آخری منزل
کہیں تو ہوگا شبِ سست موج کا ساحل
کہیں تو جاکے رکے گا سفینہِ غمِِ دل
جواں لہو کی پر اسرار شاہراہوں سے
چلے جو یار تو دامن پہ کتنے ہاتھ پڑے
دیارِ حسن کی بے صبر خواب گاہوں سے
پکارتی رہیں بانہیں بدن بلاتے ہیں
بہت عزیز تھی لیکن رخِ سحر کی لگن
بہت قریں تھا حسینانِ نور کا دامن
سبک سبک تھی تمنا دبی دبی تھی تھکن
سنا ہے ہو بھی چکا ہے فراقِ ظلمت و نور
سنا ہے ہو بھی چکا ہے وصالِ منزل و گام
بدل چکا ہے بہت اہلِ درد کا دستور
نشاطِ وصل حلال و عذابِ ہجر حرام
جگر کی آگ نظر کی امنگ دل کی جلن
کسی پہ چارۂ ہجراں کا کچھ اثر ہی نہیں
کہاں سے آئی نگارِ صبا کدھر کو گئی
ابھی چراغِ سرِ رہ کو کچھ خبر ہی نہیں
ابھی گرانیٔ شب میں کمی نہیں آئی
نجاتِ دیدہ و دل کی گھڑی نہیں آئی
چلے چلو کہ وہ منزل ابھی نہیں آئی
شاعر: فیض احمدفیض
(مجموعۂ کلام:دستِ صبا؛سالِ اشاعت،1978 )
Subh-e-Aazaadi
Yeh Daagh Daagh Ujaala Yeh Shab Gazeeda Sahar
Wo Intzaar Tha Jiss Ka Yeh Wo Sahar To Nahen
Yeh Wo Sahar To Nahen Jiss Ki Aarzu Lay Kar
Chalay Thay Keh Mill Jaaey Gi Kahen Na Kahen
Falak K Dasht Men Taaron Ki Aakhri Manzill
Kahen To Ho Ga Shab-e-Sust Maoj Ka Saahil
Kahen To Ja K Rukay Ga Safeena-e-Gham-e-Dil
Jawaan Lahu Ki Purasraar Shaahraahon Say
Chalay Jo Yaar To Daaman Bhi Kitnay Haath Parray
Dayaar -e-Husn Ki Be Sabr Khaab Gaahon Say
Pukaarti Rahen Baahen , Badan Bulaatay Rahay
Bahut Azeez Thi Lekin Rukh-e-Sahar Ki Lagan
Bahut Qareen Tha Haseenaan-e-Noor Ka Daaman
Subuk Subuk Thi Tamanna Dabi Dabi Thi Thakan
Suna Hay Ho Bhi Chuka Hay Firaaq-e-Zulmat-o-Noor
Suna Hay Ho Bhi Chuka Hay Visaal-e-Manzill -o-Gaam
Badal Chuka Hay Bahut Ehl-e-Dard Ka Dastoor
Nishaat-e-Wasl Halaal-o-Azaab-e-Hijr Haraam
Jigar Ki Aag , Nazar Ki Umang , Dil Ki Jalan
Kisi Pe Chaara-e-Hijraan Ka Kuchh Asar Hi Nahen
Kahan Say Aai Nigaar-e-Sabaa Kidhar Ko Gai
Abhi Charaagh-e-Sar-e-Reh Ko Kuchh Khabar Nahen
Abhi Giraani-e-Shab Men Kami Nahen Aai
Nijaat-e-Deeda-o-Dil Ki Gharri Nahen Aai
Chalay Chalo Keh Wo Manzill Abhi Nahen Aai
Poet: Faiz Ahmad Faiz
References:
Ahmed, R. (2023, May 22). In Pakistan, populist Imran Khan faces the biggest challenge of his political career. SouthAsiaSource. Retrieved from https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/southasiasource/in-pakistan-populist-imran-khan-faces-the-biggest-challenge-of-his-political-career/
Dawn. (2023, June 11). Smokers' Corner: The Rise and Fall of Imran Khan. Paracha, N. F. Retrieved from https://www.dawn.com/news/1758720
Pakistan's embattled Imran Khan faces blackout on local media. (2023, June 5). Reuters. Retrieved from https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/pakistans-embattled-imran-khan-faces-blackout-local-media-2023-06-05/
Pakistan’s embattled ex-PM Imran Khan faces blackout on local media. (2023, June 5). Arab News. Retrieved from https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2316321/pakistan
The Guardian. (2023, June 3). Imran Khan’s political games leave him isolated as Pakistan army destroys party. Retrieved from https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/jun/03/pakistan-imran-khan-pti-military-crackdown
Oral traditions & political gossips!
*RTS: Results Transmission System
*tidbits:
Intersectionalities of Our So-Called Anti-Establishment Leaders:
According to our tradition, it's not difficult to determine who fathered "ISTEHKAAM"—Ayub Khan was referred to as "Daddy" by some, Zia was the political father of others, and those who are currently experiencing acute "anti-establishment" fever were thinking of Bajwa as their father until a few days ago.
ہمارے نام نہاد اینٹی اسٹیبلشمنٹ لیڈروں کی تقطیعات:
ہماری روایت کے مطابق اس بات کا تعین کرنا مشکل نہیں کہ "استحکام" کا باپ کون ہے- ایوب خان کو کچھ لوگ "ڈیڈی" کہتے تھے، ضیاء دوسروں کے سیاسی باپ تھے، اور جو لوگ اس وقت شدید "اینٹی اسٹیبلشمنٹ" بخار میں مبتلا ہیں۔ کچھ دن پہلے تک باجوہ کو اپنا باپ سمجھ رہے تھے۔
Incredibly shocking information could come to light in the final days of September and early October, leading people to believe that persons like Yaya Khan, Muhammad Shah Rangeela, and Roman Emperor Nero were innocent and decent.
ستمبر کے آخری دنوں اور اکتوبر میں حیرت انگیز انکشافات سامنے آ سکتے ہیں جنکو دیکھ کے آپ کو یحییٰ خان، محمد شاہ رنگیلا، اور رومی بادشاہ نیرو جیسے کردار بہت معصوم اور شریف لگنے لگیں گے!
