Hafiz Naeem vows to continue protests, tells supporters 'don't leave the field'

At a glance

JI chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman is leading nationwide protests against inflation.
He has accused the government of obstructing a planned rally in Lahore.
Rehman has urged supporters to 'not leave the field', signalling continued demonstrations.

Story so far

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), led by Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, has announced a series of nationwide protests against rising inflation, high utility bills, and the petroleum levy. The party chief accused the government of attempting to obstruct a planned rally in Lahore and rejected the official explanation that the levy was an IMF condition. He argued the government should cut its own expenditures instead of burdening the public. In his latest statement, Rehman has urged supporters to remain steadfast in their protest.

Latest development

In a recent address, JI chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman urged supporters to "not leave the field," signalling that planned nationwide protests against inflation and government economic policies will continue.

Latest updates

3 hours ago

In a recent address, Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman has reiterated his party's commitment to protesting against inflation and high utility costs, urging supporters not to back down. Using the phrase "Maidan Nahi Choro" (Don't leave the field), he signalled a continuation of the planned nationwide demonstrations.

7 hours ago

In a new development, Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman has accused the government of attempting to obstruct a planned public rally in Lahore. This accusation comes as the party continues its preparations for a series of nationwide protests against inflation and high utility costs.