PTI Conflicts Deepen as Sher Afzal Marwat Demands Shibli Faraz's Resignation

# PTI Conflicts Deepen as Sher Afzal Marwat Demands Shibli Faraz's Resignation

Strife within the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) continues to escalate as Sher Afzal Marwat demanded the resignation of Shibli Faraz, stating that the party will only then be freed from the "qabza mafia."

This demand came shortly after Omar Ayub, Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly, stepped down as the PTI Secretary General, indicating that more changes in the party’s organizational structure are forthcoming. 

"I demand the resignation of Shibli Faraz from party positions and as Leader of the Opposition in the Senate," declared Marwat, who has been at odds with Faraz and other party leaders. In May, Marwat had also refused to work with Senator Faraz and Omar, claiming they prevented him from meeting incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan.

Marwat's latest remarks followed the party's decision to revoke his nomination for the National Assembly’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) chairmanship, naming Sheikh Waqas Akram for the position instead. Consequently, Marwat was expelled from the party’s core and political committees on the directives of the PTI founder. The party also issued a show-cause notice to him for violating its code of conduct and policy.

Criticizing the party leadership, Marwat highlighted numerous failures, including issues related to the party's "bat" symbol and reserved seats. "The core committee and political committees of the party consist of favorites, and decisions are not taken on merit," claimed Marwat. 

He urged party members to support his demands, asserting, "If Shibli Faraz is removed [from PTI], then I promise the party will rise as per the need of the hour."

## Tug-of-War Inside PTI

Insiders revealed that Omar Ayub's resignation is seen by some party members as a consequence of the ongoing power struggle within PTI. This internal discord threatens the party's unity both inside and outside Parliament.

Ex-minister Sheharyar Afridi has indicated he might resign from the National Assembly if the party’s affairs are not properly managed, leading others to express similar frustrations. Reportedly, at least 27 legislators support Afridi’s viewpoint and have suggested they might either step down or form a separate group within the party.

Dissatisfied party members have also criticized parliamentary leaders in the Senate and senior leadership in the National Assembly for compromising the campaign for Imran Khan’s release over committee memberships. They accuse other leaders of seeking leadership positions at the expense of the party's broader goals.