PTI faces internal strife after failed protest for Imran Khan's release

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party is experiencing internal conflicts following a failed protest aimed at securing the release of its leader, Imran Khan. Key figures, including Bushra Bibi and Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, face criticism for their decision to proceed with the protest at D-Chowk, which led to violent clashes and arrests. Party insiders report a blame game among senior leaders regarding the protest's planning and execution. Some leaders have specifically criticized Bibi for opposing an alternative rally location, which they believe contributed to the protest's failure and subsequent state crackdown. In the aftermath, several PTI leaders, including Bibi and Gandapur, have been charged with various offenses, including terrorism. The party is also facing scrutiny over its internal management and the effectiveness of its leadership during the protest.