Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has been kept in complete isolation for over four weeks, with his sister, Noreen Niazi, raising alarm over severe jail conditions and alleged police brutality. Niazi highlighted that Khan has been denied access to family, lawyers, and even scheduled political visits for an extended period. This prolonged isolation, particularly during intense summer heat, mirrors a previous three-week solitary confinement Khan endured last year, which significantly exceeded prison regulations regarding duration and basic amenities like electricity and books. Jail officials have refuted rumors of Khan’s ill health, stating he is well and receiving medical care, but the lack of contact fuels widespread concern among his supporters and the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party. Niazi condemned the alleged unchecked violence against Khan’s supporters, including women and children, describing it as an unprecedented level of oppression in Pakistan. She pointed to a disturbing trend where law enforcement agencies appear to act without repercussions, leading to a climate of fear and silencing of dissent. The PTI continues to demand immediate access for Khan’s family, citing worries about his health and well-being. Protests have intensified outside Adiala Jail, where Khan is currently detained on various charges, underscoring the public’s solidarity and growing discontent with the treatment of the former premier and other political prisoners.
