Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman Gives Islamabad Long March Ultimatum Over Petroleum Levy
Mian Nadeem | Published September 09, 2026 | 02:00 PM
The Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan chief, Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, has issued the government an ultimatum to launch a long march on Islamabad if the petroleum levy is not abolished.
Key Points:
- Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman argues that the petroleum levy is linked to government incompetence, not global market fluctuations.
- Rs1,567 billion was collected from citizens through the levy in one year.
- The party has organized sit-ins at 32 locations for 25 days and is seeking a dialogue with the government.
- If the government maintains its rigid stance, a long march will be called.
- He criticizes the lack of basic facilities and the influence of mafias in Pakistan’s economy.
- The Jamaat-e-Islami is negotiating with opposition parties to build pressure on the government.
Quotes:
"The petroleum levy is not connected to the global market but resulted from government incompetence." – Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman
"Although we have differences with the Pakistan Peoples Party, we should engage them in a dialogue on this issue. If needed, we will reach out to PPP leadership as well." – Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman
