Tehreek-e-Tahaffuz-e-Ayeen-e-Pakistan (TTAP) Chairman Mahmood Khan Achakzai has warned that Pakistan is moving towards deeper political instability if constitutional violations and political pressure continue. He said the situation could worsen to the point where some regions may feel pushed towards separation if the crisis is not addressed in time.
Speaking at a news conference and during public meetings in Lahore, Achakzai said the country is facing a serious internal crisis. He stressed that Pakistan’s challenges are not due to external threats but are rooted in injustice, weakening democratic values and repeated interference with the Constitution. He described the TTAP movement as a final warning, comparing it to a distress signal sent when a ship is about to sink.
Achakzai said Pakistan cannot function without respect for its Constitution. He added that the country has long been caught in a struggle between democratic and undemocratic forces, which has weakened institutions and created mistrust among the public. According to him, continued disregard for constitutional principles has damaged governance and widened divisions in society.
The TTAP chief said the alliance had come to Lahore to raise public awareness, not to create confrontation. He announced an eight-day protest movement focused on February 8, which he described as a key moment for restoring constitutional rule. He appreciated the response from Lahore’s residents, saying their support showed that people still believe in democracy despite fear and pressure.
He also criticised what he called selective patriotism, saying that loyalty to the Constitution is often treated as opposition, while obedience to powerful groups is rewarded. Referring to the unrest of May 9, Achakzai questioned why sensitive sites were left unprotected and why calls for an independent judicial investigation have not been answered.
TTAP Vice Chairman Allama Raja Nasir Abbas, who also spoke at the event, expressed concern over shrinking democratic space in the country. He accused the authorities of closing all paths for reform, saying parliament has become ineffective and basic freedoms are being restricted.
Abbas said laws limiting public gatherings and dissent have created an environment where peaceful protest is viewed as a crime instead of a constitutional right. Both leaders called on people across the country to take part in peaceful nationwide protests on February 8, urging citizens from all backgrounds to stand up for constitutional rule and democratic values.
