Pakistan Supreme Court Orders Imran Khan Transfer to Hospital for Medical Care

Pakistan's Supreme Court has mandated the transfer of former Prime Minister Imran Khan from Adiala Jail to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad for medical evaluation and treatment. The order, issued by a three-member bench headed by Justice Shahid Waheed, stipulates that Khan will remain hospitalized until the next hearing on September 16. The court also directed the formation of a medical board to oversee his care. Notably, Khan's sister, Dr. Uzma Khan, a surgeon, and his personal physician, Dr. Faisal Sultan, will be permitted to attend his medical assessment and treatment. The court further instructed authorities to facilitate family visits for the former premier. The petitions for medical intervention were initiated by Dr. Uzma Khan and leaders of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, who expressed grave concerns over his declining health and alleged medical conditions while in custody. Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhary assured that the government would comply with the court's order, while also stating that Khan had already received the best available medical facilities. Khan has been incarcerated since August 2023 following convictions in multiple cases, which he and his PTI party consistently label as politically motivated. While some convictions have been suspended or overturned, others and related appeals remain pending.

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The government will implement the Supreme Court’s order in letter and spirit.