Imran rules out any chance of removing Buzar Says know who's conspiring against Punjab CM.

Lahore -- Prime Minister Imran Khan categorically stated Sunday that he will not remove Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar, claiming that he knew who the man conspiring against Buzdar.

Prime Minister Imran Khan met Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmakers from the Punjab Assembly. The MPAs discussed the problems their constituents were facing. According to sources, PM Imran categorically told them that he will not remove the Punjab chief minister from his post.

'I want to state categorically that we [government] will not come under pressure,' he was quoted as saying. 'Have always faced challenges and will continue to do so.'

Sources said the prime minister was of the view that even if Buzdar was removed, the new chief minister 'wouldn't even last 20 days in office'.

The premier told the PTI MPAs that he knew who was conspiring against Buzdar, accusing the conspirator of trying to take the post for himself.

PM Imran further added that there was negative propaganda that Buzdar did not have the required authority. however, the chief secretary and inspector-general (IG) of Punjab were new and would work as a part of the CM's team, he added.

The Chief Minister Buzdar controversy has brought...

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