Imran Khan:In the midst of a worldwide plea, Imran Khan’s son Kasim claims “death cell” seclusion and wants evidence of life
Imran Khan: In a post on X, Kasim Khan, the son of Imran Khan, urged democratic countries and international human rights organizations to demand “proof of life” for his father, who has been imprisoned since August 2023 on corruption allegations he claims are politically motivated. Despite court orders permitting weekly visits, he claimed to have spent six weeks in a “death cell” in Adiala Jail in complete solitary confinement without any family contact, legal access, phone calls, or meetings. Kasim cautioned Pakistani authorities that any damage resulting from this “inhumane isolation” would be subject to full legal, moral, and international responsibility. The
Death rumors and family denials
The problem was repeated by Khan’s sister Aleema Khan, who said there is no confirmed access and called the seclusion “illegal,” but she thinks the authorities are afraid of the public’s reaction given Khan’s 90% popularity. PTI leaders say they haven’t met for more than three weeks since November 4, which has led to death rumors that have been denied by prison authorities who affirm Khan’s excellent health and lack of transfer preparations. Aleema, Noreen, and Uzma, sisters, were physically assaulted by police during their protests outside Adiala Jail. The
broader PTI issues and background
While party accusations include withholding literature, publications, medical treatment, and disobedience of court rules for six-person meetings—even banning Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi—PTI spokeswoman Zulfikar Bukhari emphasized health concerns amid refused visits. Khan has been serving a 14-year term since his arrest in 2023, which sparked widespread demonstrations and PTI crackdowns. Although the prison laws allow for privileges, the PTI claims that Khan was subjected to psychological torture and terrorist-cell circumstances. The
Imran Khan’s sister alerts followers of the possibility of a fatal crackdown
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan’s sister, Noreen Niazi, warned supporters getting ready to demonstrate outside the Islamabad High Court about the risks of a violent government response akin to previous occurrences. She remembered the demonstrations on May 9, 2023, when “countless people were shot” and their remains were concealed. Security forces were accused of utilizing snipers during the disturbances, including killing youngsters in the head. She pointed out that PTI supporters are still coming together in favor of Imran Khan in spite of these dangers. Firsthand observation of cruelty
During the May 9 demonstrations in 2023, Niazi detailed her own experience of government brutality, focusing on how security forces targeted citizens. She said that the government used deadly force without cause, fostering an environment of tyranny and terror.
Imran Khan’s determination and prudence as a supporter
Imran Khan’s fans are adamant about continuing to support him in spite of the harsh methods. But according to Niazi, the former premier has cautioned against holding public demonstrations because of the deadly reactions seen in the past and warned that the government will once again use gunfire to quell opposition.
Claims of coercion and torture
Niazi compared the pressure Imran Khan is under to that of former leaders Nawaz Sharif and Asif Zardari, claiming that Imran Khan is being subjected to terrible torture intended to get him to renounce his political objective. She emphasized that Khan, in contrast to other politicians, aims to change Pakistan, which explains the severe treatment and efforts to crush his morale.