PTI founder shares he received no external communication or arranged meetings
Uzma Khan Confirms Imran Khan in ‘Good Health’ After Rare Adiala Jail Visit
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan is in stable health and “completely fine,” his sister Uzma Khan told reporters on Tuesday, offering one of the few firsthand updates from inside Adiala Jail after weeks of restricted access.
Her remarks came following a formally cleared meeting inside the jail’s conference room a visitation that had repeatedly been delayed in recent weeks.
What Happened at Adiala Jail?
According to prison officials, Uzma Khan was granted permission earlier in the day and informed to proceed toward the facility.
The meeting, arranged under strict instructions, took place inside the jail’s designated conference area rather than the usual visitation cell — a sign of heightened administrative control over high-profile interactions.
Uzma later confirmed that Imran Khan appeared “fully recovered” and in good mental and physical health.
What Did Imran Khan Tell His Sister?
Uzma said Imran conveyed that:
- he had not been allowed to speak to anyone, and
- he had not received any arranged meetings inside the jail.
These statements amplify PTI’s repeated concerns that the former prime minister is being deliberately isolated — a claim that has triggered protests, petitions, and political agitation in recent weeks.
Where Is Security Tightened and Why?
With the possibility of renewed demonstrations from PTI workers, the Rawalpindi City Police Officer visited the Daghgal checkpoint to review security.
Authorities confirmed:
- additional police deployment on Adiala Road
- monitoring of all movement toward the facility
- readiness for crowd control in case of political gatherings
The heavy security presence reflects the government’s ongoing concern over potential protests following visitation disputes.
Why Is the Visitation Issue Politically Significant?
For nearly a month, PTI leaders and even legal counsel complained that meetings with Imran were being denied despite court directions.
Uzma’s successful meeting breaks a long cycle of refusals — but raises questions:
- Why was a simple family visitation delayed repeatedly?
- Why was only one visitor allowed despite prior orders allowing multiple family members?
- Is this selective approval part of broader political pressure?
While officials insist procedures are being followed, PTI maintains that the denials amount to political discrimination and an attempt to isolate the party’s founding chairman.
How Has PTI Reacted?
Though Tuesday’s meeting eased some tension, PTI leaders say the restrictions violate basic legal rights.
The party argues that transparency around the founder’s wellbeing is deliberately obstructed.
The latest update from Uzma, confirming Imran’s good health provides relief to supporters, but the controversy over access and communication remains unresolved.
What Comes Next?
Legal teams are expected to renew requests for broader visitation rights.
Security along Adiala Road is likely to remain intense as political activity continues to escalate.
For now, the confirmation of Imran Khan’s wellbeing may temporarily calm supporters demanding proof of his condition but the larger battle over access, rights, and due process shows no signs of ending soon.