Imran Khan’s party claims he is being subjected to ‘extremely harsh conditions’ in prison

Lahore, Aug 30: Pakistan’s jailed former prime minister Imran Khan is being kept in solitary confinement at Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail, his party claimed on Thursday and said they feared for his life as he is being subjected to “extremely harsh conditions”.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and a close aide of the 71-year-old former premier, Sayed Zulfikar Abbas Bukhari, claimed that Khan is being subjected to harsh treatment in jail which even a common prisoner should not be subjected to.

“To counter Khan’s resilience, the authorities are displaying new lows. The sewer lid in his cell is deliberately left open to keep the cell filled with a foul odour. Water supply to his cell has been cut off and now he is given only one bucket of water per day,” he said.

Popularly known as Zulfi Bokhari, the British-born Pakistani politician and entrepreneur, said the prison staff has chosen to ignore him despite his repeated attempts.

“Even a common prisoner is not exposed to such behaviour, let alone a former prime minister who is unlawfully incarcerated,” Bokhari said and added despite all this, “Khan says: They can do whatever they want, but they can’t break me.”

Bokhari said that the PTI founder’s life is in danger as he faces inhumane conditions in jail and is denied basic necessities. “Khan is even denied books and newspapers,” he said.

“This deliberate mistreatment and isolation are not only unjust but a serious threat to his health and safety. They are trying to make it worse for him,” he said.

In a statement from Adiala Jail on Tuesday, Khan reiterated his allegations that the Army and the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) were responsible for his current situation. Khan, who has been incarcerated since last year, expressed serious concerns for his safety and well-being.

“The ISI controls all administrative matters related to my imprisonment. I’m saying it again, if anything happens to me, the Army chief and DG ISI will be responsible,” Khan had said on X on Tuesday.

Khan was arrested on August 5 last year after his conviction in the first Toshakhana corruption case filed by the Election Commission of Pakistan. Since then, he has been kept in jail in various cases.

Though the former-cricketer-turned-politician had secured bail or his conviction was set aside, he has not been released. (PTI)

Hot this week

Pay hike of Assam ministers, MLAs likely as 3-member panel submits report

Full report likely by Oct 30 Guwahati Sept 25: There...

Meghalaya Biological Park Inaugurated After 25 Years: A New Chapter in Conservation and Education

Shillong, Nov 28: Though it took nearly 25 years...

Meghalaya man missing in Bangkok

Shillong, Jan 10: A 57-year-old Meghalaya resident, Mr. Treactchell...

ANSAM rejects Kuki’s separate administration demand, says bifurcation not acceptable

Guwahati, Sept 8: Rejecting the separate administration demand of...

Meghalaya’s historic fiber paves the way for eco-friendly products and sustainable livelihoods

By Roopak Goswami Shillong, Oct 25: From making earbuds to...

UDP president to decide on new gen secy: Shylla

Shillong, June 30: The United Democratic Party (UDP), an...

Manipur CSOs urge Centre for roadmap to peace, integrity in high-level talks with MHA

Guwahati, June 30: A 19-member delegation of Civil Society...

Tourist guide mandatory for trekking in East Khasi Hills

Shillong, June 30: East Khasi Hills district administration has...

COMSO on ‘inspection drive’ at infiltration check posts  

Individuals ‘lacking papers’ sent back at Ratacherra check post   Shillong,...

Relocation of street vendors hit roadblock  

Hawkers demand rectification of ‘flaws’ before moving out   Shillong, June...

12 killed, 34 injured in Telangana pharma plant explosion

Sangareddy (Telangana), June 30: At least 12 people died...

4 terrorists killed in Pak

Peshawar, June 30: Four terrorists were killed in two...

Pak army chief describes terrorism in J&K as ‘legitimate struggle’

Islamabad, June 30: Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has...
spot_img

Related Articles

Popular Categories

spot_imgspot_img