Mastermind of May 9 events will also be investigated, says Sanaullah

LAHORE: Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah on Friday said that the mastermind behind the May 9 events will also be included in the investigation. 

He added that the relevant authorities are conducting investigations regarding the arrest of the chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).

Speaking at a press conference in Lahore, Rana Sanaullah said that the individuals involved in the events of May 9 cannot be released simply because they are contesting elections.

“We will not form an electoral alliance with anyone,” said the interior minister.

He further mentioned that the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) is planning to initiate regular electoral activities in Punjab. During the general elections, the lion symbol will be present in every constituency of Punjab.

Rana Sanaullah affirmed that the PML-N will move forward with full force in the electoral process in Punjab. They will field their candidates in all provincial and national assembly constituencies.

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