Why are Pakistan Generals so hostile to Imran khan ?

I have been wondering why the Pakistan army is so hostile to former Prime Minister Imran Khan ? After all, he has overwhelming popular support in Pakistan, as he is regarded as broadly honest, as compared to the PDM leaders who are perceived by the people of Pakistan to be totally corrupt ( as indeed the Panama Papers and other evidence shows ), and his PTI party will sweep the polls if eletions are held ( as all opinion polls indicate ).

The Pakistani Vampire By Justice Katju

Explore the reasons why the Pakistan army remains entrenched in politics and why it is reluctant to confine itself to the traditional role of defending borders. Delve into Pakistan’s history, the military’s economic interests, and the need for an external enemy to divert attention. Discover the complexities behind the army’s grip on power and the implications for Pakistan’s political landscape.