November 22, 2024: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has deleted a controversial statement attributed to Bushra Bibi, the wife of party chairman Imran Khan, from its official X (formerly Twitter) account after facing a wave of backlash on social media.
The statement, which was shared earlier today, sparked outrage among netizens, with many criticizing its content as “insensitive” and “poorly timed.” The specific details of the statement remain unclear, as the post was swiftly removed by the party’s digital team.
Social media platforms were flooded with calls for clarification, with some PTI supporters expressing disappointment over the post, while opponents used the opportunity to lambast the party’s communication strategy.
In response to the backlash, PTI issued a brief apology, stating, “The post was uploaded in error and does not reflect the views of the party or its leadership. We regret any misunderstanding caused.”
This incident has reignited discussions about the party’s social media policies and the potential repercussions of controversial statements in the politically charged atmosphere of Pakistan.
Further developments on the matter are awaited.
