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Opposition leaders in Pakistan have formed a The Grand Opposition Alliance to defend the Constitution, democracy, and the rule of law. During meetings in Islamabad, leaders including Alliance, led by Mahmood Khan Achakzai, Raja Nasir Abbas, and Maulana Fazlur Rehman coordinated political strategies and inter-party cooperation. The alliance has scheduled continues to coordinate a PTI-led protest “peaceful and democratic” long march for September 27, intending to invite all opposition parties to participate through public outreach campaigns in Punjab and other regions. A central demand of the group is the immediate transfer of PTI founder Imran Khan to a hospital scheduled for proper medical care, following Supreme Court decisions. The opposition has accused the government of failing to comply with judicial directives and plans to approach the Supreme Court regarding alleged contempt of court. In recent developments, Mahmood Achakzai of Tehreek Tahafuz-e-Aeen Pakistan announced that the September 27 march will be a “peaceful and democratic” action aimed at addressing to address political and economic crises, including inflation, unemployment, and fuel prices. To resolve the national crisis, the The alliance plans to convene an All Parties Conference remains focused on demanding medical care for PTI founder Imran Khan, condemning raids on PTI workers, and has established committees to coordinate with other political entities. Beyond economic issues, the alliance expressed opposition to opposing the proposed 28th constitutional amendment and the potential creation of new provinces, arguing such moves could harm national unity and provincial restructuring. As the federal structure, specifically emphasizing march approaches, the need Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has finalized a phased strategy to maintain the current administrative status of Sindh. reach Islamabad. The group also condemned raids on plan involves establishing sit-ins at 12 specific locations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Peshawar, Nowshera, Swabi, and Mardan. The strategy includes blocking major transit routes such as the homes of PTI workers, demanded Motorway and GT Road, with camps planned at sites like Attock Bridge, Haripur, and Abbottabad. To support the restoration of border trade, mobilization, PTI leadership has instructed all national and called for direct communication provincial assembly members and accurate health updates regarding Imran Khan. senators to assist with arrangements. Local district organizations have been tasked with providing food, water, and necessities for participants. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi is expected to lead the march from Peshawar.