The army on Friday reacted strongly to allegations made by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan against the institution and a senior officer, asking the federal government to investigate and take action against those who defame the institution. demanded.
In a statement issued by the army’s media wing, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), late on Friday, the army termed the allegations leveled by Imran as “baseless and irresponsible”.
“The allegations made by the PTI chairman against the institution and especially against a senior military officer are absolutely unacceptable and unwarranted,” the statement said.
He said, “Pakistan Army prides itself on being a highly professional and disciplined organization with a strong and highly effective internal accountability system for wrongdoing, if any, by uniformed personnel.” is done through,” he said.
It added that if on any occasion the ‘honour’, safety and dignity of its rank and file is tarnished by vested interests, “this organization will protect its officers and soldiers, whatever the circumstances.” be”.
“The baseless allegations leveled against the institution/officers today are deeply saddened and strongly condemned,” the ISPR said, adding that no one would be allowed to disrespect the institution or its soldiers. .
The army requested the federal government to investigate the matter and “initiate legal action against those responsible for defamation and false allegations against the institution and its personnel without any evidence.”
This statement came after Imran Khan claimed in his video statement after the shooting in Wazirabad that a senior army officer posted in Islamabad was allegedly involved in a censorship campaign to push the PTI chief. Also trying to influence his party leaders and supporters. Out of politics
Imran also accused the army of excessive interference and engineering in the country’s politics.
