Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), wrote a letter to Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi while he was in Adiala Jail. The letter was delivered to the Supreme Court on Thursday, September 18, 2025, by his sister, Aleema Khan, who was accompanied by their other sisters.
In the letter, Khan expressed that he and his wife, Bushra Bibi, feel that the doors of justice are closed to them. He has been isolated in his cell for 772 days, which he described as a “cage” measuring only 9 by 11 feet. Furthermore, Khan mentioned that he is facing over 300 political cases, a record number in Pakistan’s history.
Khan worried about Bushra Bibi’s health. He said doctors cannot check her. He asked the CJP to notice his situation. Khan wants his and his wife’s rights protected.
سابق وزیراعظم عمران خان کا اڈیالہ جیل سے پیغام:
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“میں عاصم منیر کو پیغام دینا چاہتا ہوں کہ ہم "لا الہ الا اللہ محمد رسول اللہ" کے ماننے والے ہیں۔ ہم نے عہد کیا ہے کہ ہم جب تک زندہ ہیں یزیدیت اور فرعونیت کے سامنے سر نہیں جھکائیں گے کیونکہ ہم اللہ کے سوا… pic.twitter.com/AirII1W8yc
— PTI (@PTIofficial) September 18, 2025Earlier this year, officials at Adiala Jail stated that Khan receives good care and enjoys B-Class prisoner privileges. These benefits include access to special food, health services, newspapers, books, and designated exercise space. They also mentioned that he has a personal cook and a private yard for walking and cycling. According to the officials, he receives better treatment than other inmates.
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Khan’s letter shows his frustration with the legal system. It highlights issues like solitary confinement in many cases. This could start talks about his treatment. It also shows his fight for rights.
Imran Khan’s letter to CJP Yahya Afridi raises big concerns from Adiala Jail. He seeks justice for himself and Bushra Bibi. The Supreme Court will decide the next steps.
