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Imran Khan Criticizes Artists for Apolitical Stance Amid Student Protests
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🗓 24 Jul 2026, 09:18 AM
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Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan criticized artists for remaining apolitical during student protests, labeling their art as worthless.
Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan criticized artists for remaining apolitical during student protests, calling their art worthless.
The remarks were made in a public statement amid rising student protests across the country.
Khan’s comments have sparked debate among artists, activists and the public over the role of art in social movements.
No further details have been released regarding the context or the specific protests referenced.
The remarks were made in a public statement amid rising student protests across the country.
Khan’s comments have sparked debate among artists, activists and the public over the role of art in social movements.
No further details have been released regarding the context or the specific protests referenced.