Nawaz Sharif kicks off rally in show of strength ahead of 2018 general elections

Nawaz Sharif kicks off rally in show of strength ahead of 2018 general elections

FP Staff August 10, 2017, 14:32:11 IST

Pakistan’s former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday began a defiant roadshow from Islamabad to Lahore

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Pakistan’s former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday began a defiant roadshow from Islamabad to Lahore, in a bid to project his political strength ahead of the crucial general elections next year. AP

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The roadshow via the iconic Grand Trunk Road, comes despite security threats, drawing thousands of supporters on its way to the provincial capital of Punjab. AP

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Addressing his supporters Sharif said that, millions of people had voted to elect their leader, but unfortunately a few had conspired to overthrow the democratic government. AP

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The road show also comes after the Pakistan Supreme Court disqualified Sharif over the Panama Papers scandal. AP

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Authorities estimated that up to 8,500 people and 950 vehicles were part of the procession. AP

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