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Election Commission Rejects Gohar Ali Khan as PTI Leader; Security Tightened at Adiala Jail
PTI’s political status further erodes as the Election Commission refuses to recognize Gohar Ali Khan as chairman. Meanwhile, security is ramped up around Adiala Jail, with Rangers deployed to assist police.
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by Muhammad Hashir
2025-12-08
Election Commission Rejects Gohar Ali Khan as PTI Leader; Security Tightened at Adiala Jail

The PTI was not facing an immediate dissolution, but the latest developments regarding its leadership status are making it harder for the party to function as a political entity. According to highly reliable political and parliamentary sources, the Senate members elected as independents have now formally rejected PTI’s affiliation, leaving the party with minimal representation in the upper house of parliament.

The PTI, once a significant player in Pakistan’s political scene, has been reduced to a minor group in the Senate, further cementing its decline. The Election Commission’s refusal to recognize the party’s new leadership under Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has left the PTI in a state of political limbo, severely hampering its ability to engage in the political process.

Tightened Security Around Adiala Jail

As the PTI struggles to maintain its political relevance, security around Adiala Jail has been significantly tightened. In anticipation of potential unrest or protests, a large number of police personnel have been deployed around the prison starting Monday, with the option to increase personnel if necessary. Rangers teams are also on standby and will be sent to assist the police forces.

A three-layer security system has been permanently established at the jail, with strict access controls. No unrelated individuals will be allowed to pass through the first checkpoint, and only those listed by the jail administration will be permitted access beyond this point.

Conditions for PTI Founder in Adiala Jail

Meanwhile, insiders have revealed that facilities for PTI founder Imran Khan, who is currently incarcerated at Adiala Jail, are being maintained. However, his request for a team of doctors from his hospital in Lahore has been met with resistance. The jail administration has made it clear that the provision of medical services will be subject to the approval of the jail’s own doctors. Any request for additional medical care can only be granted if a recommendation from the jail doctor is provided.

While the jail’s medical staff has the authority to call the best doctors from Islamabad and Rawalpindi for consultations, this will only happen after the jail doctor’s evaluation and medical recommendation.

Political Implications

The PTI’s continued slide into political irrelevance, combined with the growing security measures around its leaders, signals a significant moment in Pakistan’s political history. The party, once led by former Prime Minister Imran Khan, seems to be facing increasing isolation both within Pakistan’s parliament and among the public. The rejection by Senate members and the Election Commission’s stance on Gohar Ali Khan's leadership are clear indications that PTI’s influence is rapidly fading.
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