Imran Khan's sister denied jail visit again, cites court order
Synopsis
Despite a standing Islamabad High Court order mandating family meetings twice a week, Imran Khan's sisters and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Sohail Afridi were again turned away at Adiala Jail. With Khan's detention now past 1,000 days, PTI is alleging solitary confinement and inhumane treatment — and calling the repeated denials outright contempt of court.
Key Takeaways
Imran Khan's sisters and KP CM Sohail Afridi were denied entry to Adiala Jail on Wednesday despite a court order.
Islamabad High Court had ordered family meetings every Tuesday and Thursday ; the denial is being termed contempt of court.
Imran Khan's detention has crossed 1,000 days since his arrest in August 2023 .
PTI alleges Khan is held in solitary confinement and denied access to family, lawyers, and party leaders.
Khan, 73 , faces multiple cases since his removal via a no-confidence vote in 2022 , all of which PTI terms politically motivated.
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's sisters and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi were again denied permission to meet the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder at Adiala Jail on Wednesday, according to local media reports. The denial comes despite standing orders from the Islamabad High Court mandating family meetings every Tuesday and Thursday.
What Aleema Khan Said
Speaking to reporters, Imran Khan's sister Aleema Khan described the repeated denial as contempt of court, asserting that the family had been barred from meeting him in clear violation of the court's directives. She urged supporters to mount pressure to ensure Khan receives treatment at a proper hospital.
Aleema Khan said, "Imran Khan is not only our brother, but also the leader of PTI, so we said that we need all of you. Come here and increase the pressure so that Imran Khan can receive treatment in a proper hospital...Imran Khan had carried out a sit-in for 128 days. He spent day and night on the streets. Everyone will have to show a little courage. This is a difficult time, and we are doing whatever we can."
PTI's Allegations of Political Victimisation
Earlier this month, PTI condemned Imran Khan's detention, which has now crossed 1,000 days, terming it a blatant act of political victimisation and calling for his immediate release. PTI Central Information Secretary Waqas Akram alleged that the current government, reportedly afraid of Khan's popularity and independent stance, is attempting to sideline him.
Akram further alleged that both Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi are being subjected to inhumane treatment, with Khan allegedly held in solitary confinement while his family, lawyers, and party leadership are barred from visiting — a situation the party characterised as a clear violation of fundamental human and legal rights.
Background: Over 1,000 Days Behind Bars
Khan, 73, has remained in prison since August 2023 following convictions that PTI has consistently described as politically motivated. Since his removal from office in 2022 through a no-confidence vote, he has faced multiple cases, including allegations involving state gifts and an unlawful marriage case.
This is not the first time family visits have been blocked despite court orders, raising questions about whether judicial directives are being enforced at the facility. As pressure mounts from PTI and civil society, the situation at Adiala Jail is likely to remain a flashpoint in Pakistan's already fractured political landscape.
Point of View
It is a credibility problem for Pakistan's institutions. With Khan's detention crossing 1,000 days and PTI alleging solitary confinement, the international optics are worsening for Islamabad at a time when it can least afford them. The deeper question mainstream coverage skirts is why the Islamabad High Court's explicit orders appear to carry so little operational weight inside the jail — and whether any authority is being held accountable for that gap.
NationPress
3 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Imran Khan's sister denied a meeting at Adiala Jail?
Aleema Khan and others were reportedly turned away at Adiala Jail despite an Islamabad High Court order mandating family visits every Tuesday and Thursday. The family has called the denial contempt of court.
How long has Imran Khan been in detention?
Imran Khan has been in prison since August 2023, with his detention having crossed 1,000 days. PTI describes his imprisonment as politically motivated.
What has PTI alleged about Imran Khan's treatment in jail?
PTI Central Information Secretary Waqas Akram alleged that Imran Khan is being held in solitary confinement and denied access to family, lawyers, and party leadership, which the party terms a violation of fundamental human and legal rights.
What cases does Imran Khan face?
Since his removal from office via a no-confidence vote in 2022, Imran Khan has faced multiple cases including allegations involving state gifts and an unlawful marriage case. PTI has consistently described all convictions as politically motivated.
Who else was denied entry to meet Imran Khan?
Along with Imran Khan's sisters, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi was also denied permission to meet the PTI founder at Adiala Jail on Wednesday.
