Hafiz Naeem demands withdrawal of petroleum levy for public relief

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1. 24 Oct 2026 77% related

   10 outlets · 3 developments

   Jamaat-e-Islami chief announces protests and potential long march to Islamabad

   Most outlets reported that Jamaat-e-Islami chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman announced protests in multiple cities and the potential for a long march to Islamabad. Minute Mirror focused on the preparation for the long march in response to rising public issues, while Hum News English highlighted the scale of the protests (150 cities) and specifically mentioned the petroleum levy as the cause, noting the warning of a march to Islamabad if demands are not met.

2. 13 Oct 2026 82% related

   2 outlets

   JI chief urges parliament to revoke government's authority to set petroleum levy

   Most outlets reported that Jamaat-e-Islami chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman called on parliament to revoke the government's authority to impose a petroleum levy. The Express Tribune emphasized his call for political unity against inflation, while 24 News HD added context about his appeal to parliamentary leaders and lawmakers to legislate the change, and the broader goal of controlling inflation.

3. 28 Sep 2026 81% related

   5 outlets · 2 developments

   Jamaat-e-Islami announces campaign against petroleum levy

   Most outlets reported that Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has launched a nationwide campaign, including rallies and a 20 million-signature drive, to oppose the petroleum levy. They also noted JI’s warning to continue protests or a long march if the issue remains unresolved. Hum News English and 24 News HD emphasized the threat to continue the march and the signature campaign. Daily Times and Business Recorder highlighted the potential for a long march if the levy persists. Dawn added that JI invited opposition parties to join the campaign.

4. 16 Sep 2026 78% related

   5 outlets · 3 developments

   JI chief warns talks with government may end over petroleum levy

   Most outlets reported that Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman warned that talks with the government may end if the petroleum levy is not abolished. Dawn and Pakistan Today emphasized JI's rejection of the government’s fuel relief scheme and its demand for the levy’s complete removal, while Minute Mirror provided a more concise version without mentioning the rejection of the relief plan. Pakistan Today also noted JI’s reference to a planned Islamabad march, which the other outlets did not include.

5. 10 Sep 2026 80% related

   5 outlets · 3 developments

   JI sets deadline for petroleum levy withdrawal

   Most outlets reported that Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) has set a September 10 deadline for the government to withdraw the petroleum levy. Dawn highlighted the intensifying political pressure and JI’s warning about the consequences of not meeting the demand, while Hum News English emphasized the threat of an Islamabad protest by JI’s leader, Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, if the government does not comply.