ANP's Asfandyar Wali Khan describes govt's intention to ban PTI as 'undemocratic'

Awami National Party (ANP) leader Asfandyar Wali Khan has criticised the government's decision to impose a ban on the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), calling it irrational and emotional.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, he expressed his dismay over the decision, stating that decisions based on emotions do not yield fruitful results. He pointed out the detrimental effects of similar emotional choices in the past, whose repercussions are still visible in politics today.

Khan emphasised the need to control personal desires and emotions in politics, asserting that learning from mistakes is essential for strengthening democracy and political action. 

He stated that ANP has faced similar restrictions, describing the government's decision as undemocratic and likely to promote non-political agendas. He further insisted on genuine accountability for those responsible for creating artificial political forces. 

Khan called for an end to using political parties against each other, advocating that adherence to democratic principles and empowering Parliament are crucial steps to overcome challenges.

He stressed that unless all institutions operate within constitutional limits, resolving issues will remain elusive. He warned that as long as we remain part of a non-political game, democracy will suffer in the country.