Jamaat-e-Islami announces nationwide strike on September 3
Nationwide protest announced
Jamaat-e-Islami chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman announced the protest while addressing supporters at the party’s sit-in at Lahore’s Mall Road.
He urged workers to stay committed and asked young people, traders and the public to support the Jamaat-e-Islami strike.
According to the party chief, the September 3 strike will be held across the country and will remain peaceful.
He said the protest is aimed at highlighting issues faced by ordinary people, including expensive electricity and rising fuel costs.
PIMS incident also raised
During his speech, Hafiz Naeem also discussed the recent incident at PIMS hospital.
He questioned why a fire alarm was not available at the hospital and asked what steps staff took during the emergency.
He said suspending only the secretary was not enough and demanded that those responsible should be identified and action should be taken against them.
The Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan leader said the families affected by the incident deserved answers and accountability.
Demands over fuel and electricity
Hafiz Naeem strongly criticised government policies and alleged that the public mandate had been ignored.
He also made allegations about schools and health facilities in Punjab.
He said high electricity prices were creating serious difficulties for traders, industrialists and other groups.
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The party is demanding an end to the petroleum levy and action against Independent Power Producers, or IPPs.
According to Hafiz Naeem, these steps are needed to reduce the financial pressure on the public.
Islamabad march on the cards
The party leader said a wider political movement had already begun, with more young people joining it.
He warned that the September 3 strike would be followed by a call for an Islamabad march.
He said workers, farmers, students and lawyers from Punjab could join the next phase of the campaign.
The Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan chief believes stronger public participation could pressure the government to accept the protesters’ demands.
