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Thousands gather at PTI rally in Karachi
KARACHI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf rally began on Sunday with party leaders addressing the crowd gathered at the Bagh-e-Quaid, adjacent to the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
More than 200,000 people are expected to attend and hear speeches of PTI leaders including the chairman Imran Khan, who has already arrived at the venue along with other leaders such as Shah Mahmood Qureshi and Javed Hashmi.
Also present was musician Salman Ahmed who played Pakistans National Anthem and the famous Jazba Junoon. Earlier, musician Abrarul Haq recited a naat, which was then followed by speeches from leaders Samson Sharaf, Aslam Rajput, Dr Hasan Raza and Azam Swati. More leaders are also expected to address the growing crowds.
PTI flags were visible throughout the venue and the main area has been divided into four sections, with one section for women, another for families, the third for youth and the fourth for the general public.
A specific gate has also been set up for the entry of media personnel.
Sundays rally further cemented Khans status as a rising force in Pakistani politics. The turnout was impressive because the event was held outside his traditional support base, Punjab province.
Thousands gather at PTI rally in Karachi | Pakistan | DAWN.COM