Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has strongly condemned Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari for suggesting that Pakistan could extradite citizens to India as a confidence-building measure (CBM), calling the idea dangerous, immature, and damaging to national interests.
In a scathing statement issued on Saturday, PTI’s Central Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram labelled Bilawal as an “immature political child” and said his remarks reflect a lack of political wisdom and regional understanding.
“Why Is Bilawal So Eager to Appease India?”
Waqas Akram criticized Bilawal’s willingness to offer concessions to a hostile neighbour like India, saying:
“Instead of holding India accountable for its aggression, water terrorism, and cross-border interference, Bilawal is proposing measures that undermine Pakistan’s sovereignty and national dignity.”
He further questioned the intention behind the remarks:
“On whose behalf is Bilawal making such statements? And what does he hope to gain by humiliating Pakistan on international platforms?”
Betraying PPP’s Founding Legacy
Akram said that Bilawal’s comments were a betrayal of PPP’s historical stance on Kashmir:
“The PPP was founded by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, a leader who championed the Kashmir cause. Today, Bilawal is selling out that legacy for political relevance.”
“Leadership Is Earned, Not Styled”
He also ridiculed Bilawal’s political career, suggesting that real leadership comes from grassroots experience, not media appearances:
“If PPP truly cares about Bilawal, they should first let him contest local body elections. Sending him to international platforms only embarrasses the country.”
Call for Change in PPP Leadership
In a surprising recommendation, Akram suggested that PPP should consider handing over leadership to Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari, whom he described as more sensible and promising:
“If PPP wants to survive, they should replace Bilawal with Aseefa — at least she shows more sense than him.”
Background
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari had reportedly said that Pakistan would have no objection in handing over “individuals of concern” to India if New Delhi showed a cooperative attitude. The remarks were immediately met with backlash, especially from PTI, who accused him of compromising national security and undermining the country’s strategic position in the region.
