Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah has clarified the government’s position on the announced visit of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s sons to Pakistan.
Rana Sanaullah, speaking on local news channel ARY News’ Off the Record, said the government must finalise security and administrative protocols before the visit. He stressed that authorities will facilitate meetings if the purpose remains limited to family visits.
“If they are coming only to meet their father, the government will ensure proper arrangements and protocol,” he said. He added that Imran Khan’s sons may meet him two or three times before returning abroad.
Rana Sanaullah also said that Imran Khan’s sisters will receive visitation rights strictly in accordance with the law. He emphasised that jail authorities will follow existing rules and High Court directives for all meetings.
اگر عمران خان کے بیٹے صرف ملاقات کیلئے آتے ہیں تو کوئی مسئلہ نہیں لیکن اگر وہ کسی سیاسی تحریک کا حصہ بنتے ہیں تو کاروائی ہوگی۔۔
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— Alina Shigri (@alinashigri) December 18, 2025The adviser raised serious security concerns over any public appearances. He warned that participation in rallies or marches would create unnecessary controversy and embarrassment for the country.
“If they want to join rallies or processions, the government should not allow it,” he said.
Commenting on gatherings outside Adiala Jail, Rana Sanaullah described them as ineffective. He said crowds thin out quickly and fail to achieve political pressure. He cautioned that continued attempts to stage protests could force the government to consider relocating Imran Khan.
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Rana Sanaullah also criticised PTI’s political strategy. He accused the party’s leadership of promoting confrontation and referenced incidents on May 25, May 9, and November 26, 2024. He described these events as efforts to incite unrest rather than pursue democratic engagement.
He further claimed PTI’s international lobbying efforts yielded no results. According to him, attempts to influence US politics and lawmakers failed to benefit the party.
The adviser concluded by reaffirming the government’s stance. He said authorities will allow family meetings under legal and security protocols, but will not permit rallies or public demonstrations during the visit.
