Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan nominated for Nobel Peace Prize: Netizens ask, ¡®next, Osama bin Laden for the prize?¡¯
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan¡¯s Nobel Peace Prize nomination has ignited strong reactions online. While supporters hail it as a victory for democracy, critics question its validity, sparking a heated debate on social media.
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for his contributions to human rights and democracy. The nomination, put forth by the Pakistan World Alliance (PWA) and members of the Norwegian political party Partiet Sentrum, has sparked mixed reactions online. While some hail it as a well-deserved recognition, others criticize it as controversial and undeserving.
Imran Khan¡¯s nomination
Partiet Sentrum announced on X (formerly Twitter) that they, in alliance with an eligible nominator, have put forward Imran Khan¡¯s name for the prestigious award. The 72-year-old leader, who is currently jailed, was previously nominated in 2019 for his efforts to promote peace in South Asia. Each year, the Norwegian Nobel Committee receives numerous nominations before selecting a winner through an extensive eight-month process.
Netizens divided: Supporters cheer, critics mock
Social media erupted with mixed reactions following Imran Khan¡¯s Nobel Peace Prize nomination. Some users strongly opposed it, with one sarcastically commenting, ¡°Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan nominated for Nobel Peace Prize. Next, is Osama Bin Laden nominated for a Nobel?¡±
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan nominated for Nobel Peace Prizehttps://t.co/H1h6MhvZCj
¡ª Dakshay Desai (@dakshaydesai) March 31, 2025
Next is osama bin laden nominated for noble ???#NobelPeacePrize2025
Another criticized Khan, calling him a ¡°Taliban terrorist sympathizer¡± and arguing, ¡°He should be nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for being a friend to terrorists and terrorism.¡±
Imran Khan is a Taliban terrorists sympathiser. He should be nominated for Noble Peace Prize for being friend to terrorists & terrorism
¡ª ???? ???? ??? (@Kh99153791) March 30, 2025
On the other hand, Khan¡¯s supporters celebrated the recognition. One user praised him, stating, ¡°Imran Khan Sb, a leader who has dedicated his life to noble causes, has been nominated for the Nobel Prize. A fitting recognition for his unwavering commitment to humanity, justice, and peace.¡±
Imran Khan Sb, a leader who has dedicated his life to noble causes, has been nominated for the Nobel Prize. A fitting recognition for his unwavering commitment to humanity, justice, and peace.#????_???_??_600_??#ImranKhanForPeace https://t.co/XBmlLKhwzG
¡ª Dehatee ?????? (@SaleemKHI_PK) March 29, 2025
Another supporter defended him against his legal troubles, writing, ¡°Imran Khan, a living legend, unfortunately, in Pakistan facing illegal and fake cases of terrorism and corruption! While the world recognizes him and nominates him for the Nobel Peace Prize due to the efforts of the diaspora!¡±
Imran khan a living legend, unfortunately, in Pakistan facing illegal and fake cases of terrorism and corruption!
¡ª syeda Aliya Shirazi (@alliyaiimc) March 29, 2025
While the world recognise him and nominated him for the Noble Peace Prize due to efforts of diaspora!
Thanks ??#???_??_?????_???_?? @TM__SOW https://t.co/Sy2QzZH29p
Meanwhile, another user backed his nomination, saying, ¡°Imran Khan has been nominated for the Nobel Prize because he is a strong voice for peace in the whole world.¡±
Imran khan has been nominated for noble prise because Imran khan are strong voice for peace in the Whole world.#?????_???_???_??_?????@LegacyLeavers_ pic.twitter.com/4Thji1IGn3
¡ª Imrankhan (@1mran_khan_) March 30, 2025
A controversial recognition?
As discussions continue, Khan¡¯s nomination remains a topic of debate. Supporters see it as a testament to his leadership and vision, while critics view it as an undeserved honour. With the Nobel Committee set to review all nominations, it remains to be seen whether Khan will move forward in the selection process.
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Nancy Jaiswal is a journalist who started her career in reporting and has covered both hard and soft news. From serious city news developments to lighthearted lifestyle pieces, she has written on almost everything hapenning in India (except maybe alien invasions¡ªyet!). For her, writing isn¡¯t just work; it¡¯s a passion, an obsession, and sometimes the reason she forgets to reply to texts.
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