Imran Khan’s Sisters Demand Visit as Death Rumors Swirl Around Jailed Ex-PM
Rumors have emerged regarding the health of Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, who is currently imprisoned. In response, his three sisters are demanding a visit after facing a violent confrontation with police. Noreen Khan, Aleema Khan, and Uzma Khan allege that they were assaulted while seeking to meet their brother.
Violent Confrontation Outside Adiala Jail
This week, Khan’s sisters, accompanied by supporters from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, gathered outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi. They demanded to see Khan, who has been incarcerated since August 2023. Their peaceful protest was met with aggressive action from law enforcement.
- The police reportedly assaulted the sisters and PTI supporters, a claim the party vehemently stands by.
- The confrontation has fueled public anger against army chief Asim Munir and the Pakistani establishment.
- The sisters insist they have not been allowed to meet Khan for over three weeks.
Allegations of Police Brutality
Noreen Khan conveyed in a letter to the police chief of Punjab, Usman Anwar, the brutality they faced. She described how, during their peaceful demonstration, the streetlights were turned off before police launched an unprovoked assault.
She highlighted her personal experience, stating that she was violently pulled by her hair, thrown to the ground, and dragged across the road, resulting in visible injuries. Other women at the protest reportedly suffered similar treatment.
Call for Accountability
The Khan sisters have called for an immediate investigation into the actions of the police officers involved in the incident. They urged the Inspector General of Police in Punjab to take action against those responsible for the assault.
Status of Imran Khan’s Imprisonment
Imran Khan has been in solitary confinement since August, facing multiple charges. His legal team has reported that his access to essential items and legal counsel has been severely restricted, raising concerns about his health and safety.
- Khan’s family members report that he has been isolated, with no visits from relatives allowed for over a month.
- Even high-profile politicians, such as Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, were denied entry to see him.
- All attempts to visit Khan have been thwarted by jail authorities, which his supporters claim are under military control.
The escalating situation has sparked outrage across the nation as citizens call for fairness and transparency regarding Khan’s imprisonment and treatment.
