PDM’s ‘First Phase’ Ends With New Calls for Long March on Islamabad PDM’s ‘First Phase’ Ends With New Calls for Long March on Islamabad United opposition claims it will march on federal capital in late January or early February The united opposition’s Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) staged the “final phase” of its anti-government public gatherings at Lahore’s Minar-e-Pakistan on Sunday, reiterating warnings of a “long march” on Islamabad and an end to the incumbent government’s rule. Staged despite the government warning of security threats and fears over it contributing to the COVID-19 pandemic, the public gathering attracted thousands—but fell short of setting any records, with government lawmakers claiming it proved Lahore had “rejected” the opposition’s narrative. In contrast, the opposition has claimed that they are very pleased with the response.