Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was returned to Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi after a brief medical examination at a private hospital in Islamabad, authorities confirmed. The 73-year-old leader was transferred under heavy security late Thursday and re-entered the jail around 5 a.M. Friday, according to the Information Minister. The move followed a Supreme Court order requiring a medical check on Khan, who has been in custody since November 2023.
Khan’s legal team had previously challenged the government’s refusal to allow him access to personal doctors. The hospital visit was part of ongoing legal disputes over his health conditions. Multiple media outlets reported the same timeline, with some noting the tight security during the transfer.
The government has pledged to comply with court orders regarding Khan’s medical treatment. A senior Cabinet minister suggested that private or international treatment could be considered if government facilities are inadequate. This comes amid broader political tensions surrounding Khan’s detention and his party’s stance on judicial independence.
The Supreme Court’s intervention highlights the ongoing legal battle over Khan’s health and rights, as his political allies continue to push for his release.
