On June 23, 2025, Aleema Khan revealed Imran Khan’s ongoing solitary confinement in Adiala Jail, prompting Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) MPAs to demand a budget consultation meeting. This article explores the controversy and its implications.
Aleema Khan, sister of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, stated on X that Imran, held in Adiala Jail since August 2023, is in solitary confinement, denied meetings crucial for consulting on KP’s budget, per Dawn [1]. Imran, founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), messaged the KP government over a month ago, emphasising, “I need to consult with my team before the budget,” as KP voters expect his input, per Geo News [2]. PTI’s Central Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram previously alleged Imran was held in a “death cell.” The Punjab government lifted a visitor ban in October 2024, but restrictions persist.
Imran Khan is in solitary confinement.
PTI has a government in KPK. Over a month ago, Imran Khan sent a message to the KP government:
"I need to consult with my team before the budget. The people of KP have voted for me and they expect me to ensure that budget allocation is as…
— Aleema Khanum (@Aleema_KhanPK) June 23, 2025Aleema observed that family protests held outside Adiala every Tuesday resulted in only limited meetings, with only Dr. Uzma Khan and Noreen Niazi, Imran Khan’s sisters, permitted to meet on June 10. Now, Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs) from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, along with a six-member team from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), are planning to visit Adiala to demand consultations regarding the budget. Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur criticised the federal government’s decision to prevent Imran Khan’s involvement and has threatened to dissolve the provincial assembly if this issue is not addressed.
Multiple posts, including those from @Aleema_KhanPK, showcase PTI’s outrage, with fans applauding the MPAs for their stance. However, caution is advised regarding unverified claims about jail conditions. This situation highlights the ongoing tensions between PTI and the federal government. PTI continues to advocate for Imran’s release in court, citing concerns over his health.
