An Islamabad district and sessions court has issued a production order for Imran Khan, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) ‘s founder and his spouse Bushra Bibi.
The court responded to their plea seeking bail in cases related to the alleged forgery of receipts for Toshakhana gifts. Additionally, Khan sought bail concerning violent protests on May 9.
District and sessions judge Tahir Abbas Sipra issued the production order, instructing the superintendent of Adiala jail to present the couple before the court on April 4.
This decision follows a recent approval from another district and sessions court, which granted a request to produce Khan and PTI leader Shah Mahmood Qureshi in court. They are scheduled to appear on April 20 about the Parliament attack case.
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During the hearing, Khan’s lawyer, Naeem Panjotha, argued that the Adiala jail superintendent had not complied with court orders in the past. Panjotha urged the court to ensure officials’ adherence to orders and facilitate Khan’s appearance.
Panjotha also highlighted that while the High Court permitted meetings with political leaders via video link, the internet connection at Adiala jail allegedly malfunctioned only when it concerned Khan.
“The Superintendent of Adiala jail is hesitant to arrange a video link for PTI’s founder,” Panjotha asserted.
