In a country where democratic values are often tested, the treatment of former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s family raises serious questions. Recently, a troubling episode unfolded once again—Imran Khan’s sisters tried to visit him in prison, armed with court orders, but were denied the right to meet him. Instead of respect, they were met with arrests, humiliation, and silence from the nation’s institutions.
According to reports, the Islamabad High Court had issued clear instructions allowing the visit. Yet, a mere jail superintendent or junior police officer chose to override judicial authority. This isn't just defiance of orders—it's a mockery of the law.
One of Imran Khan’s sisters, Aleema Khan, bravely stated, “It’s not about our dignity anymore. It’s about how the courts are being insulted openly. Judges must take notice. If their orders are ignored like this, what's the point of courts at all?”
The sisters were picked up by police from near Adiala Jail and later dumped in the middle of nowhere on the motorway near Chakri—without explanation or charges. Alongside them, other political leaders like Omar Ayub and Sahibzada Hamid Raza were also arrested. By nightfall, they were quietly released as if nothing had happened.
What’s even more shocking is the silence from mainstream media. Had this happened to the sister of Asif Ali Zardari or Nawaz Sharif, the country would be in uproar. Journalists would flood the screens with emotional outbursts. But now? Silence.
Why this double standard?
These are not political figures. They’re women seeking to meet their brother—an incarcerated leader who refuses to cut a deal, even under pressure. When some allies suggested he was ready to negotiate, Imran Khan refuted the claims and reasserted his stance: “No deals. No compromises.”
In a system where the military establishment allegedly controls who meets the former Prime Minister, where are the checks and balances? Aleema Khan rightly asked, “If you can’t deliver justice, why sit on the judge’s bench?”
And what of the Election Commission and Army’s role?
The recent by-elections raised eyebrows when a candidate won with over 160,000 votes—more than what is seen in general elections. People protested, claiming rigging. But again, their voices were lost in the noise.
Meanwhile, social media—the only platform left for many to express themselves—is under constant attack. From activists being targeted to censorship attempts, the goal seems to be to silence dissent. Yet, despite these efforts, the truth finds a way to surface.
Even the Army Chief’s speeches, meant to inspire, have failed to connect. Experts say his body language appears forced, his words lack conviction, and the audience’s reactions seem staged. “There’s a visible pressure,” one analyst noted. “It doesn’t feel genuine.”
This entire situation paints a grim picture of governance, justice, and freedom of speech in Pakistan. It highlights how women, courts, and even facts are being sidelined in favor of control and suppression.
The people of Pakistan deserve better—real democracy, real justice, and real leadership.
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