New Delhi: Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was injured when his convoy was shot during a rally on Thursday (November 3, 2022). The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) president was leading a protest march demanding mid-term elections when the firing took place. Khan, who is reportedly injured in his right leg, was taken to the hospital. Reacting to this news, India said that it is keeping a close watch on the development.
‘It’s a development that just happened. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi on firing on Imran Khan: We are keeping a close watch and we will keep an eye on the ongoing developments.
#watch , On firing at former Pakistan PM Imran Khan’s rally in Pakistan’s Wazirabad, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi says, “It is a development that has just happened. We are closely monitoring and we will keep an eye on the ongoing developments.” ” Injured pic.twitter.com/yx5G5f7D9b— ANI (@ANI) 3 November 2022
Pak PM Shahbaz Sharif condemns firing on Imran Khan
Meanwhile, Pakistan PM Shahbaz Sharif condemned the firing on Imran Khan and prayed for his recovery. He also directed the Home Minister of Pakistan to give an immediate report on the incident.
“The federal government will provide all possible help to the Punjab government for security and investigation. Violence should have no place in the politics of our country,” he said.
The federal government will provide all necessary assistance to the Punjab government for security and investigation. Violence should have no place in our country’s politics. 2/2 https://t.co/LWMUW03kQb
— Shahbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) 3 November 2022
Imran Khan suffered a calf injury after he was shot at his convoy in Wazirabad, about 200 km from Islamabad.
A member of his party said several colleagues were also injured amid reports of one being killed.
Firing on Imran Khan. Initial reports said one dead, some injured and Imran Khan was shot in the leg but he is alive. This is similar to the attack on Benazir Bhutto. https://t.co/gOjmzlhBvs— smita prakash (@smitaprakash) 3 November 2022
Hundreds of people were in the convoy when Imran Khan was leading a protest march in Islamabad demanding mid-term elections.
Imran Khan was shot in the leg, but his condition was stable while being taken to the hospital. He also scuffled with the supporters. #عمران_خان_ہماری_ریڈ_لائن_ہے pic.twitter.com/XizoAQzPax— PTI (@PTIofficial) 3 November 2022
Since being ousted via a parliamentary vote in April, the cricketer-turned-politician has held rallies across Pakistan, sparking protests against the Sharif-led government.