ISLAMABAD:
Confusion erupted within Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) following the circulation of a notification on social media claiming that Sher Afzal Marwat, a prominent party leader, has been expelled for gross violations and breaches of discipline.
The notification alleges that Marwat’s basic party membership was canceled and advises him to resign from the National Assembly.
Senior PTI leader Advocate Shoaib Shaheen reportedly corroborated Marwat’s expulsion, citing alleged violations.
However, other party insiders have labeled the notification as “fake,” arguing that individuals like Marwat, considered valuable assets by PTI founder Imran Khan, could not be expelled so abruptly.
The letter, purportedly issued by PTI’s Additional Secretary General Firdous Shamim Naqvi, stated, “The committee has concluded that Sher Afzal Marwat shows no regard for the rules and discipline of the party, and his actions have adversely affected the party’s image and narrative.”
The letter further claimed that, based on these findings, the committee recommended terminating Marwat’s membership, a decision allegedly approved by Imran Khan.
However, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar has publicly denied the authenticity of the expulsion notification.
Speaking to Express News, he described the notification as fraudulent, asserting, “If such a decision were made, I would certainly be aware, as I am the party chairman.”
Sher Afzal Marwat also responded to the allegations on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “I respect the party’s decision, but let me make it clear that I was and will remain Khan’s soldier, and I will make every effort to secure my leader’s release.”
He expressed his belief that misunderstandings had been created and expressed a desire to meet with Imran Khan to clarify his position.
