Imran Khan has renewed pressure on authorities after family gains limited access
Imran Khan has become the center of another tense day in Pakistan’s political environment as his sister, Uzma Khanum, was finally allowed to meet him inside Adiala Jail after weeks of denied access. This move came when protests by PTI supporters, family members, and senior party figures were already underway, demanding transparency about his health and unrestricted visitation rights. The visit has eased some immediate tension, but it has not resolved the deeper unrest that has been building for weeks.
The situation intensified over the past month as Imran Khan has repeatedly been denied meetings despite an earlier Islamabad High Court order allowing family visits twice a week. His sister Aleema Khan had already filed a contempt petition against the Adiala Jail superintendent and senior officials for ignoring court directions. The petition stated that the jail authorities had blocked access for family, lawyers, and party leaders since March, creating confusion about Imran’s health and safety.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister Sohail Afridi faced refusal eight times when he attempted to meet Imran, which led him to stage a sit-in outside Adiala Jail. PTI leaders continued to claim that these restrictions were deliberate attempts to isolate the former prime minister. Jail authorities have maintained that Imran is in good health and that no unlawful restrictions are in place, but the lack of transparency has only increased suspicion.
Imran Khan has deepening concern after reports of force used on peaceful protesters
Tension escalated further after PTI members alleged that Punjab police used force on Imran’s sisters during a peaceful demonstration outside the jail. Noreen Niazi described how streetlights were suddenly switched off, leaving the area in darkness before police charged at the crowd. She said she was pulled by her hair, dragged, and injured. According to her, elderly women and other peaceful demonstrators were also pushed and slapped.
These allegations have added emotional weight to the growing unrest. For many PTI supporters, the treatment of Imran’s family members reinforced their belief that authorities are trying to break the party’s morale. PTI continues to push for direct access to verify Imran’s condition instead of relying on official statements.
Rumors about Imran’s well-being increased after unverified Afghan media reports claimed he had died in custody. The reports were baseless, but the lack of communication with his family allowed speculation to spread quickly. His son, Kasim, demanded proof of life, noting that his father has spent more than 845 days in prison and the last several weeks in a death cell without contact.
Imran Khan has ongoing restrictions that raise questions about influence and control
Imran Khan has been jailed since August 2023 in multiple cases, and the continuous restrictions have led PTI to claim that the jail administration is acting under pressure from an army officer. Officials have denied these allegations, but the consistent denial of visits over the past month has left the public unsure of what to believe.
The limited permission granted to Uzma Khanum is seen by PTI as a small step, not a resolution. The party wants full compliance with court orders and regular, unhindered access for family and legal representatives.
Imran Khan has political tension rising as protests continue across Islamabad and Rawalpindi
While the meeting eased immediate criticism, it has not stopped demonstrations. PTI supporters continue to gather outside the Islamabad High Court and Adiala Jail, arguing that Imran’s rights are still being restricted. The party has also demanded a clear statement about his health, claiming that the secrecy creates unnecessary fear among supporters.
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Public pressure is likely to continue until the jail administration consistently follows the visitation guidelines issued by the court. For now, PTI leaders are calling the meeting a temporary relief, not a solution. Also Read: Actress Lakshmi Menan Shines at E.S. B Movie Inauguration in Kuala Lumpur in 2025
Conclusion
The situation remains uncertain. Imran Khan has received one family visit after weeks of pressure, but the larger conflict around transparency, political influence, and access rights is far from settled.
