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PTI Leaders Blame Sohail Afridi for Long March Failure

The issue triggered a discussion among committee members

By News Desk On Oct 19, 2026

PESHAWAR: (Mudassar Iqbal) – Differences have reportedly emerged within the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership over the failure of the party’s long march, with several leaders questioning Chief Minister Sohail Afridi’s role, according to sources familiar with the party’s core committee meeting.

The meeting reportedly focused on the unsuccessful long march, the lack of progress in negotiations and the party’s future political strategy. Participants exchanged views on the reasons behind the setback and the steps needed to move forward.

According to sources, a senior central leader criticised Afridi for allegedly failing to keep the party’s central and provincial leadership informed about the long march plans. The issue triggered a discussion among committee members.