Imran Khan. PHOTO: AFP/ FILE
Imran had vowed to bring a revolution in the country, making a “Naya Pakistan”, but was beaten by Pakistan Muslim League – Nawaz (PML-N) in the elections to form a central government, as suggested by unofficial poll results.
PTI is expected to form a provincial government in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Assembly.
“I have never been this happy in 17 years, as much as I was happy to see the youth’s passion,” Imran said in his video conference.
“I want to thank the youth... and I want to thank the women, who decided to play a role in creating a new Pakistan,” he said.
The PTI Chairman said the pain of defeat was quickly overcome thanks to the overwhelming response he saw from his supporters on election day.
Imran Khan early on Sunday conceded defeat to the rival Pakistan Muslim League-N in historic general elections, senior party leader Asad Umar said.
“They have emerged as the largest party. I want to congratulate the party,” Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party leader Asad Umar told private channel Geo TV.
Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif said earlier that his party was the clear winner in the election and that he hoped for a majority to avoid a coalition.
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@Hammad, you are right. I think Imran has a brain but he lacks heart. There is no room in his heart for others.
I am thinking today why I voted for PTI. It was my mistake. It was already said by some experts that all those raising slogans of "change" would be raising slogans of "rigging" after elections. Khawaja Saad Rafique is right that PTI needs to grow up.
Imran, please learn some ethics and manners as well. You dont have heart in your body. I dont consider you a wise person. If you have any brain, you should congratulate PML-N.
PTI government in KPK: MMA rebranded. Believ me there is something fishy about it.
He was never so happy in 17 years, but 2 days later he is demending recounting in 25 NA seats.
His mercurial attitude will always keep him away from becoming a statesman
IK,
Can you please show some dignity and advise your party to go back to work and let others work.
Please.....enough of your childish dreams, you didn't play well, now let others play.
People, keep in mind that this is not the end, it is the beginning of a new Pakistan. The battle against injustice and corruption has not ended, it has just begun.
Forza (Italian for Forward) Pakistan.
@Jawad: you only congratulate a worthy winner...
He has won in Khyber Pakhtunkhwan and may even make more steps in near future the results are still pending on the future of Pakistan. Let's hope for the best for Pakistan
Dear Imran Khan , My Family , Freinds & I voted for you in karachi NA -250 but thanks to the ECP they have disqualified us alll who voted in NA -250 Please do something so that our votes are COUNTED
My fellow PTIans, Imran Khan struggled for 17 years and we have given up after 17 months!! This is just a start... and miles to go before we sleep.... and miles to go before we sleep.....
There is a central contradiction between the founding ideology of Pakistan and electoral politics which we again saw in action in these elections. That contradiction is this: ideologically Pakistan is supposed to be a Muslim polity that erases distinctions of caste, ethnicity, language and so forth. But when it comes to politics on the ground, it is precisely those lineage (biradari) and ethnic loyalties that are mobilized for electoral gains. The power of Imran Khan's message lies in its attack on this mindset that privileges biradari politics. This mindset is an inheritance of colonialism, so in a way IK's campaign is against a system which has been entrenched for more than 200 years. "Number of seats won" is not the right indicator of his success. He has done something much more dramatic and historic in defeat than NS will ever do. And btw there is clearly something wrong about Punjab deciding the country's fate.
Lahories and Punjabies didn't betrayed IK... Actually IK betrayed The Lahories and Punjabis because The Government is of PPP not PML(N) but IK only pointed out PML(N) because he is in coalition with PPP as the candidates of PPP withdrew for IK eg Firdous Ashiq Awan from NA 110
Imran Khan made a cancer hospital and university in Punjab without being in a government, all with charity. How Punjab showed their gratitude, by not voting for Imran. Punjab is today Mir Sadiq, what a betrayal. KPK kept their word and voted for Imran to bring change, not like Punjab who sold their votes for cash or laptops. Just change the name of Pakistan to Punjab and get done with it.
@Jawad: i believe they rigged anyways lets see what they can do....
@Jawad: and can u define what is left in congratulation by Imran that would show big heart...may be draw lion on his forehead...??? give me a break...
very disappointed by lahoris n panjabis.may GOD give them wisdem.
Imran is victorious to be honest for many cogent reasons. Nawaz has unlimited cash which Imran lacks terribly. Nawaz had been in power corridor for decades as minister, chief minister and prime minister which is alien to Imran. Nawaz brother Shahbaz was chief minister just few weeks before election whereas Imarn did not have any such push & pull. Numerically Nawaz wins but not otherwise. PTI is second in greater majority of constituencies where PML (N) is victorious itself speaks aloud of Imran's strength. Well done Imran. Nation is truly proud of you. Iqbal Hadi Zaidi / Kuwait / Mobile 66229897 / iqbalhadizaidi.formerdiplomat@hotmail.com
Fellow PTIians dont be disappointed. Making a Naya Pakistan was never going to be easy. Lets strive to build a stronger support for PTI. IA if we get to make a government in KPK, Naya Pakistan can begin from there.
I not participate in this election due to my job in KSA,but i proud on the KPK people they support the Great khan & they put the base of Khan voice"NAYA PAKISTAN" we fight for your voice till the last drop of our Blood. We Love u too much
Pathans are normally believed to be less clever but they have shown that they are sensible and clever. They know whats the meaning of vote. They voted for change. Shame for Lahore people. Once Attaullah Shah Bokhari addressing at Lahore said, " O Lahoris' you listen to my speeches but vote others, you are not the best of people."
In this election they proved his word.
About Sind, I must say, democracy is not for them.
May Allah guide us all to choose right people..
Sir we love u the most in all politicians, it will take time for naya pakistan....we have oppertunity in KPK atleast we can make it new KPK to set a lesson to the world and all other provinces....its the start....we have sweaped one province...sooon others will surrender....We hope best and will be with u forever...
Infact this is the time to tell business class they can put their Confidence in IK. but this can only be done iff IK done best to the KPK. Its a Real Challenge in their. Lets Do it Together. With PML-N in Federal its just like an Iron to Chew ..... Well All my Prayers and Nations are With You .... Hail IK
IK will be remembered as a hero in history.....he definitely has laid the foundation for political awareness, and that is what I call winning.
QB is right lahoris and punjabi have betrayed IK after he did so much for them....truly dissapointed by them.
imran khan v luv u xo mch... election agr fair hoty tw daikhty k kon nikalta agy koi...
We are with you IK forever!!! You are our leader and will always be!! Just grab your chance to rule in KPK and make an examplary government there!! Insha Allah that will fill up the little "umph" between try and triumph and pave way for your clean sweep victory in 2018 elections :)
Sir all our support and prayers are with you, we are proud to b PTIans.. :)
Imran you inspired so many...well done...we are with you to help you make KPK the best governed and progressive province in the country so it can be a shining example....I was really honored to vote for PTI...Pakistan Zindabad
My fellow PTI supporters we have achieved our objective.
It is not only the number of seats PTI got ... we should also look at al the seats where PTI was a strong 2nd. Coming from nowhere, that is an extraordinary achievement.
We now need to work on these 2nd place seats for 2018 (or 2015, the mid term).
Quaid e Azam lost first election only formed govt in Sindh and then went on to win next elections and formed Pakistan... Pti supporters never lose heart it is just the beginning of Naya Pakistan
Dear Ik,
People were showcasing you as a sportsman but you didn't utter a single word in the appreciation for the winning party. Is this really an sportsmanship. Regarding sitting in opposition, people of Pakistan have shown you the mirror that what is your status in the country.
Imran has put us on an irreversible path towards Naya Pakistan and we will soon be there.
Khan sahib MUBARAK ho ap ko Pakistan k awam ko shaor aa hi giya hai bilaakhar
I agree with QB.. I am very disappointed by Punjabi
s and Lahoris. What i dont understand is the number of people who turned up during rallys didnt end up in to votes. Why? i think this is because of massive rigging! Or this could be because People took money or free food to vote for someone else..Anyway, a huge disappointment... I dont think PTI will ever have a chance to win as this was THE best chance to win.. the movement is in full swing, with Anti-Incumbency factor, TTP Support for PTI, Sympathy Votes due to fall of IK, IK`s honesty and dedication, etc etc
I think its all over now..
Khan sahib congrates we proud of you God bless you
You have truly been inspirational Imran Khan. 36 million women voted this year and 60% of the population. Credit goes to this man for inspiring us to get out of our houses. We know PML-N and MQM has played dirty. Strong-handed tactics, bullying people and rigging polling stations. PTI has contested with honesty and integrity and that is what makes us middle-class, hardworking and honest people proud. Well done and be happy always, our hearts, prayers and strength is with those who keep Pakistan first. God bless.
QB. it wasn't Lahoris and Punjabis fault. Your vote probably didn't even get through.
Your name 'Khan' and the Taliban pressure aginst the ANP has got you man form th Govrnment in KPK. This is a good start and if the soft portion of your brain has not been damaged, you will be a useful opposition to work out with Nawaz Sharif to introduce regional autononmy in the povinces with solidarity among thm and a transfer union, as is pacticed in Germany.
. Rex Minor
Thank you Kaptaan!
Never been so disappointed by Lahoris and Punjabis. We betrayed IK.
Congratulations to the people who understood their role and responsibility and responded to the call of Imran. Imran your achievement is marked as one can count the number of votes. Those who have wisdom have voted you. I am proud of my nation.
Nation salutes your resilience & preserverance Mr. Khan. Set and example by governing the debris-like KPK, raise a model there to serve as a example for all other provinces.
We love you Khan sahab!
We are with you mr. Khan inshallah
Khan sb, NAYA PAKISTAN was never going to be an overnight MIRACLE. Pakistan was not formed in a day. It took time. You have sown the seeds and guided us onto the path which can and will Inshallah result in the NAYA PAKISTAN you have dreamed off. We thank you for this from the bottom of our hearts.
i a a pti supporter and have never been so disappointed in my life serious rigging caused us to to lose 3 to 4 na seats in lahore while in KPK jui f and pml n can form cause serious problem in forming govt. but one should always remain hopeful...
We are proud of you IK.
at least congratulate pml n with a big heart khan sahab who actually showed their worth through the power of democracy!
Imran it was my pleasure to support you. I was honored to be lead by you, I never felt this much patriot before this election. Its just the beginning of new era, the struggle has just started.