A fresh political development unfolded in Rawalpindi as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi joined a PTI sit-in near Adiala Jail alongside the sisters of former prime minister Imran Khan. The protest took place amid strict security arrangements and the enforcement of Section 144 across Rawalpindi and Islamabad, where all forms of public gatherings remain banned.
The sit-in coincided with the scheduled meeting day for the jailed PTI founder. However, authorities reportedly denied access to several family members and party leaders seeking to meet him. Supporters and party officials have repeatedly expressed concerns regarding the health condition of Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi, especially after reports that both recently underwent eye procedures.
According to party leaders, their main demand is the immediate transfer of Imran Khan to a hospital for detailed medical examinations and proper treatment under the supervision of doctors and family members. Imran Khan’s sister Aleema Khan claimed in a social media statement that both Khan and Bushra Bibi were facing isolation and harsh treatment while in custody.
Several senior PTI leaders, including Salman Akram Raja, Shahid Khattak, Naeem Haider Panjutha, and Niazullah Niazi, also participated in the demonstration. Heavy police deployment was seen around Adiala Road, while barriers were placed on major routes leading toward the jail to prevent gatherings.
Authorities declared Adiala Jail and nearby areas a red zone under Section 144, warning that violations could result in strict legal action. Citizens were advised to avoid unlawful assemblies and cooperate with law enforcement agencies.
Imran Khan has remained in prison since August 2023 and continues to face multiple legal cases. PTI maintains that the cases are politically motivated, while appeals in several matters are still pending before higher courts.
