Zulfi Bukhari’s Hollow Act

Zulfi Bukhari’s dramatic change from a disgraced former tourism minister to a self-proclaimed champion of democracy is nothing short of a political farce. This is a man who didn’t even make a small mark as a minister, but now he tells the whole country about constitutionalism, institutional integrity, and democratic ideals. The irony is as thick as his nerve. His change isn’t a real evolution; it’s a desperate act by an opportunist who has been pushed to the side and is trying to stay relevant.

Bukhari’s rise in the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) had little to do with his skills and everything to do with how close he was to Imran Khan. He was never elected, never tried out in politics, and never had a real constituency. Instead, he was given a ministry he wasn’t ready for and then quietly thrown out when it became too clear that he wasn’t capable of handling it. Now that he has lost his authority and influence, he has turned to the last recourse of failing politicians: spreading lies and acting like a victim.

His record is full of inconsistencies. Bukhari stayed quiet while PTI was in power, even though his party broke democratic rules, assaulted state institutions, and used accountability as a weapon against its opponents. Where was his righteous anger when journalists were silenced, opposition leaders were incarcerated on shaky charges, and state institutions were forced to do what they wanted? He is not doing this for the right reasons; he is just putting on a show.

Amnesia and rewriting history on purpose

Bukhari now says that democracy was “shattered” on February 8, from the comfort of his own self-imposed exile. But the truth is far different. What really broke was PTI’s belief that it could cause riots, attack military bases, and weaken the government while still being the victim. What happened on May 9 wasn’t a demonstration; it was an uprising. Attacking GHQ, breaking into the homes of corps commanders, and vandalizing memorials to martyrs were all acts of sedition, not political disagreement.

Bukhari’s attempt to cover up these atrocities by calling them “political victimization” is not just dishonest, it’s also dangerous. People who are being tried in military courts are not being punished for voting; they are being punished for trying to start a mutiny and destroy the country’s institutions. Why would Bukhari defend people who tried to use violence to bring down democracy if he really believes in it?

The PTI’s Cult of Lies and Deceit

PTI’s biggest rigging wasn’t in the elections; it was in the minds of its fans. The party spent years building a story that made it seem like every loss was part of a conspiracy, every criticism was treason, and every institution was either with them or against them. When the courts decided against them, they went after judges. They termed it a “neutrals” betrayal when the military wouldn’t help them. Instead of looking inside themselves, they screamed foul when they lost authority.

Bukhari’s description of the May 9 rioters as “political prisoners” is just as silly as labelling people who set fires “misunderstood activists.” They are not in jail because of their political beliefs; they are in jail because they incited violence. Imran Khan is not in jail because he is popular; he is in jail because he has been proven to be corrupt, abuse his power, and incite attacks against the state. Being popular doesn’t mean you can’t break the law.

The Myth of Free Media In PTI

Bukhari and his friends now seem like they care about press freedom, but where were they while PTI was in charge? Under their leadership, PEMRA was used as a weapon, journalists who were critical were harassed, and media companies were forced to comply. People weren’t allowed to speak out, and reporters who asked critical questions were called traitors. While the media was being silenced, Bukhari was busy enjoying the benefits of authority.
Many of the people who work for PTI and spread false information are now being called “journalists.” These are the same people that propagate hate, stir up trouble, and make money off of upheaval while living in safe havens in other countries. Real journalism needs honesty, not YouTube rants that call for anarchy.

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A Joke That Pakistan Won’t Fall For

Zulfi Bukhari’s story is not a political debate; it’s a manufactured scenario where criminals are heroes, burning is protest, and dishonesty is a way to win. But people in Pakistan aren’t fooled. May 9 is a day that the country recalls. It remembers the violence, the betrayal, and the sheer arrogance of those who assaulted the fundamental foundations of the state.  Bukhari can keep up his acting, wearing fine suits, giving staged interviews, and portraying the victim, but no amount of rebranding can change the fact. You can’t set fire to your house and then ask for luxury in your jail cell. He should move on, just like Pakistan has.