KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi Reaches Karachi, Accuses Sindh Govt of Blocking Roads

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi reached Karachi on Sunday night to wrap up his party’s Sindh tour, facing major roadblocks and denied public gathering permits.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi arrived in Karachi after wrapping up a multi-day public outreach tour across interior Sindh. Speaking to party workers, Afridi criticized the provincial administration, stating that despite Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari welcoming him online earlier, local authorities placed shipping containers and blocked major roads to slow down his convoy.

The tour is part of PTI’s build-up campaign for a nationwide protest planned for September 27, with party leaders demanding the release of jailed founder Imran Khan. Afridi maintained that he would not leave the province without pushing forward with their political campaign.

Strict Security and Traffic Jam in the City

As the convoy reached near the city, the local administration tightened security and refused permission for a public gathering near Mazar-e-Quaid. Police and district officials blocked key roads with containers, shutting down sections of M.A. Jinnah Road, Guru Mandir and major entry points.

The heavy blockades caused severe traffic jams and trouble for daily commuters across the city. Meanwhile, Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab stated that political figures are welcome to visit, but the administration will strictly prevent actions that violate public order or security laws.