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Supreme Court Orders Eye Specialists, Phone Access for Imran Khan
The Supreme Court has directed authorities to provide Imran Khan access to eye specialists and allow phone contact with his sons Qasim and Suleman before Feb 16. CJP Yahya Afridi says health is the “most important issue.”
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by News Desk
2026-02-12
Supreme Court Orders Eye Specialists, Phone Access for Imran Khan

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed authorities to provide PTI founder and former prime minister Imran Khan access to qualified eye specialists and telephone facilities to communicate with his children.

A two-member bench comprising Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi and Justice Shahid Bilal Hassan issued the directives during a hearing concerning Imran Khan’s prison conditions.

During proceedings, a report was presented before the court stating that Imran Khan had described the medical facilities available to him as unsatisfactory and had sought access to specialised eye doctors.

Government Assures Medical Access

Attorney General Anwar Mansoor informed the court that the government was ready to provide access to eye specialists. In response, CJP Afridi remarked that the government appeared to be “in a good mood” and emphasised that Imran Khan should also be allowed telephone communication with his children.

“He is currently in state custody. All prisoners, including him, should be given equal medical facilities,” the chief justice observed, clarifying that the court was not directing special privileges but equal treatment under the law.

The bench noted that the reports submitted by the amicus curiae (friend of the court) and the jail superintendent were largely consistent regarding prison conditions.

Medical Examination Before February 16

The court ordered that a team of doctors be formed to examine Imran Khan’s eyes. Both the medical examination and arrangements for telephone contact must be completed before February 16.

“The health issue is the most important. Intervention is needed on the health issue. We want to know the government’s position,” CJP Afridi stated.

The attorney general reiterated that providing healthcare was the state’s responsibility and assured the bench that if a prisoner was dissatisfied, appropriate steps would be taken.

The chief justice also stressed that the matter of communication with Imran’s children was significant and said the court was placing trust in the government to ensure compliance.

Later, the court specifically directed authorities to facilitate telephone contact between Imran Khan and his sons, Qasim and Suleman.

The bench reserved its order in the main case while issuing immediate directions regarding medical examination and communication rights.

The latest development places the Supreme Court at the center of overseeing aspects of the former prime minister’s health care and custodial conditions, with compliance expected before the February 16 deadline.
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