PTI accuses PPP of betraying Sindh, Balochistan on canals issue.

PTI Slams PPP Over “Hypocrisy” on Water Crisis, Vows to Protect KP’s Resources

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), accusing it of “hypocrisy” for publicly criticizing the government over the water crisis while allegedly striking “backdoor deals” that harm Sindh and Balochistan.

Key Allegations & PTI’s Stance:

1. PPP’s “Double Game” Exposed

   • Akram accused the PPP of feigning concern for water scarcity while colluding with power brokers to exploit national resources.

   • He claimed the PPP and PML-N are “two sides of the same coin,” prioritizing power over public welfare.

2. PTI’s Ironclad Stand on KP’s Resources

   • The PTI leader vowed that his party would act as an “iron wall” to protect Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s mineral wealth from “resource mafias.”

   • He asserted that the KP government will never compromise on people’s rights to provincial resources.

3. Mineral Bill & Imran Khan’s Approval

   • Akram clarified that any proposed mineral legislation would only proceed after detailed consultations and final approval from PTI founder Imran Khan.

   • He demanded the immediate withdrawal of the controversial Balochistan Mines and Minerals Act 2025, calling for transparent stakeholder discussions before any such law is passed.

4. Institutional Damage & Political Collusion

   • Akram blamed the PPP-PML-N alliance for destroying state institutions through politicized appointments and self-serving constitutional amendments.

   • He alleged that both parties have “paralyzed democracy” to maintain their “illegitimate power grip.”

PTI’s Defiant Posture

The PTI’s sharp rebuke signals escalating political tensions, with the party positioning itself as the sole defender of provincial rights against what it calls “predatory federal policies.” As debates over resource distribution and mineral governance intensify, PTI appears ready to resist any move it deems exploitative—setting the stage for further clashes with the ruling coalition.

Next Steps:

• Will the PPP respond to PTI’s allegations?

• How will the KP-Balochistan resource dispute evolve?

• Will Imran Khan’s direct involvement shape future legislation?

One thing is clear: The battle over Pakistan’s natural resources is becoming a new frontline in the country’s political wars.