The federal government has taken significant steps that could lead to the release of PTI founder Imran Khan from Adiala Jail. Due to a serious eye condition affecting the former prime minister, the government has announced immediate medical intervention, raising hopes among his supporters and opposition parties.
Medical reports submitted to the Supreme Court have revealed that Imran Khan has lost 85% vision in his right eye due to a blood clot, leaving him with only 15% sight. Doctors at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences diagnosed the condition, stating that proper treatment is not possible inside the prison. The deteriorating health of the 73-year-old former premier has become a major concern, prompting both legal and political actions.
Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry announced that the government has decided to shift Imran Khan to a specialized hospital for eye treatment on humanitarian grounds. A medical board will be formed to oversee his condition, and eye experts will conduct further examinations. The minister emphasized that providing facilities to every prisoner according to law is the government’s responsibility and urged all parties not to politicize health matters.
Federal Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar confirmed that Imran Khan’s eye treatment will be carried out at a specialized medical institution. A detailed report will also be submitted to the Supreme Court regarding his medical condition and treatment plan.
In compliance with Supreme Court orders, Imran Khan was also allowed to speak with his sons, Kasim and Sulaiman, who live in the United Kingdom. Adiala Jail authorities confirmed that the conversation was arranged following the court’s directions.
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Meanwhile, the legal front has also seen significant developments. Lawyers filed petitions in the Islamabad High Court seeking suspension of Imran Khan’s sentence in the Toshakhana-II case and his release on bail on medical grounds. The petitions argue that the former premier needs urgent medical attention that cannot be provided inside jail, and given his age of 73 years, he should be granted bail on humanitarian grounds.
The petitions also seek an early hearing of the case related to the suspension of sentence in the £190 million Al-Qadir Trust corruption case. Lawyers have urged the court to take up these matters urgently in light of Imran Khan’s worsening health.
Bushra Bibi, Imran Khan’s wife, has also filed petitions seeking suspension of her sentence in the Toshakhana-II case. Her lawyers pointed out that she has not been granted bail for over a year despite being a woman, and urged the court to consider her bail plea alongside the PTI founder’s case.
The political atmosphere remains charged as opposition parties continue their protests. The Tehreek-e-Tahfuz-e-Ayen Pakistan alliance held a sit-in outside Parliament for the second day, demanding Imran Khan’s immediate transfer to a hospital for proper treatment. Heavy police were deployed around Parliament House, and roads leading to the area remained closed.
The former chief minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur, stated that their biggest demand is proper treatment of Imran Khan under the supervision of his personal doctor or a family member. He warned that the protest would continue until this demand is met.
The Supreme Court had earlier directed the government to ensure Imran Khan’s eye examination before February 16 and form a medical team to check his condition. The court emphasized that health is very important and the state is responsible for providing proper medical facilities to all prisoners equally.
With the government’s announcement of shifting Imran Khan to a hospital, the filing of bail requests on medical grounds, and ongoing political pressure, the chances for his release in the coming week have increased significantly. All attention is now on the upcoming court hearings and the government’s implementation of its announced medical intervention plan.
