Federal ministers have strongly criticized Noreen Niazi, the sister of PTI founder Imran Khan, over her recent remarks regarding Marka e Haq, describing the statements as completely unacceptable, regrettable, and harmful to Pakistan’s national integrity. Government leaders said the comments undermine the country’s institutions and fail to reflect the sentiments of the Pakistani people.
Speaking to the media, Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry said Marka e Haq represented a historic military achievement that received international recognition. He stated that several world leaders, including US President Donald Trump, had publicly acknowledged Pakistan’s success during the conflict. According to him, the entire nation rejected Noreen Niazi’s remarks because they were against Pakistan’s honour, dignity, and sovereignty.
Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry also condemned the statement, alleging that the PTI founder and his family had repeatedly promoted an anti Pakistan narrative. He claimed the party had previously attempted to damage Pakistan’s economy by approaching the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and organizing protests outside the institution. Talal argued that Noreen’s comments were part of a broader campaign intended to weaken Pakistan’s image.
Meanwhile, Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar Kayani described the remarks as highly irresponsible and questioned the message they sent to the Pakistan Armed Forces. He said Pakistan had given a strong response to Indian aggression and expressed concern that Noreen Niazi had not issued any clarification after her controversial statement.
Following the controversy, the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) issued a notice directing Noreen Niazi to appear before its Cyber Crime Reporting Centre in Islamabad on July 20. Authorities alleged that she had shared false, offensive, and inflammatory content on social media targeting state institutions and spreading misleading narratives. The notice warned that failure to comply could result in legal action under Section 174 of the Pakistan Penal Code.
The controversy has once again intensified the political debate surrounding Marka e Haq, with the government defending its position while opposition figures continue to raise questions over the events.
