Islamabad, April 14 (NationPress) The sisters of former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, were once again prevented from meeting their brother at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, as reported by local media outlets.

The jail authorities denied entry to Khan's sisters, leading them to return to the police checkpost where they typically face restrictions, according to Pakistan's prominent daily, Dawn.

“Typically, the police do not permit us to move forward, and the jail administration informs the court that we didn’t arrive, resulting in the meeting not happening. We arrived outside the gate of Adiala Jail this time and notified them of our presence,” stated Aleema, one of Khan's sisters.

She mentioned that they ensured their faces were captured on the CCTV cameras, trying to prevent the jail officials from denying their arrival.

When queried about how they managed to reach the main gate, they declined to disclose that information, suggesting it would complicate future attempts, as reported by Dawn.

“We could have remained there, but the police requested us to leave, citing potential job risks,” Aleema Khan remarked, adding that 51 members of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party were arrested during a protest outside the jail last week, and efforts are underway to facilitate their release.

The Islamabad High Court has granted permission for Imran Khan’s family, legal representatives, and associates to meet him twice a week. However, he has faced significant restrictions in meetings over the past several months.

Last month, Khan’s son, Kasim, described his father’s detention as “arbitrary” and raised serious concerns regarding the treatment by the Pakistani authorities, claiming it violates international human rights standards.

During the session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva, Kasim Khan emphasized that his father’s situation is not an isolated case but a clear illustration of a broader pattern of oppression in Pakistan since 2022. He highlighted issues such as the detention of political prisoners, the trial and sentencing of civilians by military courts, and the silencing, abduction, or exile of journalists, as reported by Dawn.

Kasim Khan, who asserted that his father is in solitary confinement, also discussed the general elections scheduled in Pakistan for February 2024, reiterating PTI's claims that the elections are rigged. He pointed out that Pakistan has committed to upholding international human rights conventions under the GSP-plus framework, including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the United Nations Convention against Torture.

Kasim expressed concerns that Imran Khan is being denied family visits and medical attention. He further noted that the trial of civilians in military courts contravenes treaty obligations, according to Dawn.

“My brother and I have never been political figures. We never sought to engage with such bodies. However, my father’s health necessitates action. We cannot remain passive as his condition worsens and he is kept away from us. If circumstances were reversed, we know he would not cease fighting for our freedom. This is the least we can do for him,” he added.