Summary Imran Khan made the announcement after consulting party's core committee.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) has decided to end months long blockade of NATO supply route through protests and sit-ins after Peshawar High Court termed the move illegal.
PTI Chief made the formal announcement after consultation with core committee members.
According to sources, PTI’s decision is in light with Peshawar High Court’s order.
Peshawar High Court (PHC) termed the blockade illegal on Tuesday in its verdict. The bench comprised 2 high court judges Justice Yahya Afridi and Justice Malik Manzoor Hussain who heard the petition filed by a local trader. The petition moved against forced inspection and blockade of Afghanistan-bound containers by PTI workers.
PHC also ordered the provincial government to ensure human rights and freedom.
PTI has been vocal against US and its role in war on terror and policies. PTI had blocked the NATO supply route on November 23rd last year through sit-ins and protests.
