The case at Crusteez Donuts was not about a snack. Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa walked into the shop not knowing he was to become the focus of everyone. The employee recognized him and asked twice, “Are you Qazi Faez Isa?”. When he said yes, the employee bold as brass came back with “LANAT”, meaning “curse be upon you”. The insult was to anybody, but not just that. It carried the angst of common Pakistanis, who feel oppressed by the judiciary and those in power.
Donut Day in Pakistan
The cinematic moment at Crusteez Donuts was eventually cemented as “Donut Day” in Pakistan. From there, what began as an act of defiance turned into a national phenomenon. People on social media are marking this day with memes and jokes and funny videos that make light of the powerful who can be laughed at to accompany frustration in everyday life: people such as Qazi Faez Isa.
Trolls are having a field day, making content that mocks the event but then makes it into a comical spectacle. It’s a time the nation can rally together-not in anger but in laughter. And maybe that’s what makes this “Donut Day” so special. After all, it always seems that when people make light of sad times, that can be a powerful tool to face the injustices of the world. It’s showing in that they always manage to come back and joke no matter what bad situation may be before them.
Standing Up to Oppression
Indeed, Qazi Faez Isa is just one of those people making up a system that most believe is corrupt. The judiciary under personalities like him has come to stand more as a prerogative for the protection of the rich and mighty against the weak. The poor are shown to face bitter endings while the mighty walk scot-free. This incidence at the donut shop reflected the anguish and frustration of common Pakistanis who have had enough being ignored and treated shabbily.
The person speaking out was not just rude. They were articulating millions who feel the system is unfair to them. It takes a great deal of backbone to confront a person of such great power, especially to represent a system that has wronged so many.
PML-N: A Government of Corruption
PML-N has corruption in its blood. Pakistan has seen many scandals under their watch. From money laundering to power misuse, it is scum. Leaders such as Nawaz Sharif and Shahbaz Sharif have complaints against them. How they rule with their riches and hold on power begs the question.
And what about the people of Pakistan? They are treated like dirt, and their actions bring down a once-great nation. Corruption has become their way of life in PML-N. Public interest has been overruled by self-interest. This isn’t good for the country’s overall economy or worldwide reputation. At the price of the rich, it is the poor who get left at the other end of the scale.
Judiciary has often been thought to be close to PML-N. Most people feel they have judges in their pockets and that justice is only dispensed to those in power. The rest have to experience a broken system. It makes the people distrust the government to a very deep extent.
The corruption of PML-N has nothing to do with money, everything to do with power. They wield influence that they use to strangle the media, silence anyone who points a finger in their direction, and continue their stranglehold on Pakistan. And their government has made deals that set apart Pakistan’s elite instead of giving rest to the whole nation.
Scandals cast development projects into the shadows as scandals seem to be the natural style of the government. It portrays itself as a government for itself. People have lost hope in them; they cannot lead properly. This is not by mere opinion but has been placed upon them due to decades of broken promises and corrupt practice as rule.
To take Pakistan forward, leaders like those in the PML-N need to be brought to account. Their corruption hurts. It is high time that the country breaks free from their grip.
Imran Khan: The Voice of the People
For most Pakistanis, Imran Khan symbolizes hope. The man speaks for the common man. Millions are inspired by his rise from a cricket superstar to politician and always have been a fighter for justice and accountability. Khan believes in the Pakistan where everybody is equal.
Unlike the old politicians, Khan is speaking directly to people. He brings out their troubles and frustrations. He communicates to those who get sidestepped by the elites. Khan has been a thorn in the sides of numerous corrupt systems. He keeps nothing hidden under the sheet: nothing but confront the injustices, whoever is involved.
Change-carrier: Khan’s supporters see him as the harbinger of change. His ideals and the intent to bring an end to corruption have always been appreciated by his followers. Reforming the society into a fairer proposition for everyone is part of his vision. Breaking down some of the structures that kept power in the hands of a few is his proposition. It is something new in the politics of Pakistan.
He stands very much on the understanding needs of the people. He always talks about education, health, and economic opportunities. According to him, these are the pillars of a strong nation. People trust him because he listens and acts.
Imran Khan is bold with a sense of questioning the established order. He is against the abuse of power. Given this situation, where these people have been oppressed for so long, Imran Khan becomes a breath of fresh air among world leaders.
A Moment of Defiance
This was not an ordinary viral video incident. It embodied a moment of defiance. The worker at Crusteez Donuts didn’t just speak out. They confronted a figure most view as part of an unjust system. It wasn’t over the donut shop or even a simple customer incident. It was a reflection of the anger ordinary Pakistanis feel every day.
When he felt it was Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, they did not wait for the second question, “Are you Qazi Faez Isa?” Twice they asked the question. And upon confirmation, the reply was forthright: “LANAT.” Such one single word carried years of frustration and oppression the powerful levy against them. The man did not shout or argue. But that ordinary curse spoke louder than all else to the public.
Conclusion: A Battle for Justice
This is not about a fleeting viral frenzy. It reflects the rumblings of a greater struggle. Pakistanis are fed up with corruption and with patently unfairness. They are frustrated by a system that favors the elite and the country’s A-listers. For far too long, figures like Qazi Faez Isa have been considered sacrosanct. But the worker’s defiance indicates that change is upon them.
Imran Khan is the hope of many. He fights the corruption that Qazi Faez Isa and others are accused of. He has been raising the slogan of justice for all, not for the selected few. His message is for the idea of an equal and just Pakistan. On the other hand, PML-N has succeeded in dividing the society further and further into hostile fragments. This government is considered corrupt at every level, and its close relationship with the judiciary aggravates things further.
It was the Crusteez Donuts incident, which nudged people awake. A people from whom the fear has dissipated. People are ready to raise their voices, however insolent they get about speaking against the top honchos. This crusade is far from being over; it is at a very early stage. The people of Pakistan will demand accountability. And now, more than ever, they are prepared to fight for it.