Azadi March is in full-swing- literally. The participants of this march are set out on a long journey under the leadership of their ‘Quaid’, Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman. However, the followers of Maulana may not be as aware as one would think. Some journalists revealed the innocence of these marchers who didn’t know exactly why they were here. Moreover, most of them are completely clueless about the agenda they are serving. Such are the ground realities.
Speaking about ground realities; their long stay on the roads has led to massive boredom. One has to keep themselves entertained to pass the time and these Azadi March participants have set some high yet unusual standards.
Pass your time the dharna-participants-way!
We compiled a list of videos that are surely going to place a smile on your faces. These men are reviving old times where children would play outside and create new games of their own. These marchers have sure found their own peculiar ways to have a good time. See for yourself:
Kabaddi tournament selection underway?
Criteria for the selection of Lawatat partners #AzadiMarch_UpDates #Azadi_March_Updates pic.twitter.com/TzAoCVJcbn
— Sam ?? (@iamsam_PTI) October 31, 2019
They see us rotatin’ they hatin’!
So cuteeeee#AzadiMarch_UpDates pic.twitter.com/2vV9krzJEp
— Neelam Aslam (@NeelamAofficial) October 31, 2019
A little dance didn’t hurt no-body! Halal-dance though.
Dance & Parade piece in JUIF March, watch this.#عوامی_سمندر_اسلام_آباد_کی_طرف ? pic.twitter.com/qpVVZgYKPr
— Qamar (@QamarKaami) October 29, 2019
Who hasn’t done this with their youngest sibling? JUIF making old-school look cool!
JUIF LOVE @pmln_org pic.twitter.com/2JgL69BVrt
— AMAN KHAN (@Aman0459) November 5, 2019
A little practice before the circus showdown?
Visuals recorded earlier show JUIF workers coming to Isamabad, presumably, to collect war spoils
🙂 pic.twitter.com/UvJRI8QSsF#اپوزیشن_کا_جنازہ— Faraz Haider Chishti (@farazchishti9) October 31, 2019
The song on this video is self-explanatory. These grown babies didn’t quite know how to ride this seesaw.
#AzadiMarch_UpDates some more masoom log #Azadi_March #Azadi_March_Updates #اپوزیشن_کا_جنازہ #استعفی_تمھارا_باپ_بھی_دیگا #انی_دیو_استعفی_مذاق_اے #Islamabad pic.twitter.com/G7Sll3sYrU
— RJ Awais (@awaisonic) October 31, 2019
Azadi March or a circus-show? Jokes aside, that’s a pretty impressive forward roll.
Actual video footage of a Mullah and a Khooni liberal marching on together to PM house to 'grab Imran Khan by the collar and arrest him'. Imran Khan, Ghabrana shuru karo. #AzadiMarch #Azadi_March_Updates pic.twitter.com/T1Iha7WSVO
— Asfandyar Bhittani (@BhittaniKhannnn) November 4, 2019
The damp floors are the aftermath of heavy rainfall in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. But nothing is stopping these men from enjoying themselves.
visual from ongoing test match at Azadi March – Isn't that cute???#Azadi_March_Updates #cricket pic.twitter.com/EMYunPvyi8
— Arfa Feroz Zake (@ArfaSays_) November 6, 2019
With such videos, the severity of the dharna drops several notches down and one wonders if these marchers were given an honest brief. Since they all seem completely clueless.
#انی_دیو_استعفی_مذاق_اے
Dharna Exposed??? pic.twitter.com/0Rx7mEoQOQ— Addison CH ?????? (@chnabeel502) October 31, 2019
All in all, contrary to what usually happens in dharnas, it was refreshing to see the participants keeping a low-key vibe and just enjoying themselves. However, the latest update on the actual matters revealed that the negotiations between the opposition and the government have failed.
However, Prime Minister Imran Khan has given orders to provide the poor dharna attendees with shelter after a heavy downpour in Islamabad. Sadly, they were suffering under the open sky with no proper shelters to keep themselves safe from the rain and cold.
Many Azadi March protesters are going back home following heavy rain in Islamabad Wednesday morning
Rainwater entered their temporary shelters and their belongings were soaked https://t.co/9ZnfJvp37E pic.twitter.com/tezAPH57eB
— Samaa English (@SamaaEnglish) November 6, 2019
Prime Minister Imran Khan shows kindness towards the struggles of Azadi Marchers post-heavy-rain in Islamabad!
I have directed the CDA Chairman to immediately visit the dharna site to assess what relief and assistance can be provided to the dharna participants with the onset of rain and changing weather conditions.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) November 6, 2019
Nonetheless, their spirits seem high and positive. They are only here because of their Quaid AKA Maulana Fazlur Rehman but what matters is their knowledge about the cause which doesn’t seem to be as clear as one would hope. Let’s see how this dharna pans out.
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