Lahore Rally.

Despite the hurdles placed by the government, the PTI managed to pull-off a successful rally in Lahore on Saturday. As expected, PTI Chairman Imran Khan lambasted the PDM government for trying to suppress participation at the rally, which is a violation of fundamental rights. Much of what was said was the usual affair, charged political rhetoric, name-calling, and ambitious and simplistic claims of reform. Regardless, this gathering is yet another testament of the popular support the PTI has managed to secure in the run up to the elections-whenever they do take place.

This show of power is no doubt an achievement for the PTI considering reports that containers were placed to block the path of protesters, internet services were disrupted, and many party workers were also put behind bars. Of course, the government will put forward security concerns, but this has now become a clear trend over the past several months for many to see through.

As expected, Mr. Khan in characteristic fashion criticised the current coalition government for failing to stabilise the economy. Resorting to his populist tendencies, he also laid out a 10-point recovery plan to steer the country out of the ongoing economic crisis. The solutions outlined were superficial and shallow, and only further illustrated how none of the...