Imran Khan claims 15% vision loss in his right eye as Pakistan’s Supreme Court orders a medical examination, raising concerns over his health and treatment in custody.
Supreme Court Orders Medical Review After Imran Khan Flags Vision Loss:
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has stated that he has lost nearly 15 percent of his eyesight in his right eye, raising serious concerns about his health while in custody. The claim was brought to public attention during court proceedings, prompting immediate judicial attention.
In response, the Supreme Court of Pakistan directed authorities to arrange a comprehensive medical checkup to assess Khan’s condition. The court emphasized that detainees are entitled to proper medical care under the law, regardless of political affiliation or legal status.
Khan’s legal team has argued that delayed or inadequate medical treatment could worsen his condition, urging the court to ensure independent and transparent medical evaluations. Officials have been instructed to submit medical reports to the court following the examination.
Health Concerns and Legal Safeguards Intensify Scrutiny of Khan’s Detention:
Imran Khan has been facing multiple legal cases since his removal from office in 2022, and his detention has remained a focal point of political tension in Pakistan. His health has repeatedly emerged as a contentious issue, with supporters alleging medical neglect while authorities insist that all required protocols are being followed.
The Supreme Court’s intervention reflects heightened judicial scrutiny amid growing national and international attention on Khan’s treatment and legal process. Khan sustained injuries during political unrest in 2022 and has since periodically reported health complications. During his incarceration, concerns over his physical well-being-including pain, mobility issues, and now reported vision impairment-have been raised in various courts.
Under Pakistan’s constitution and prison regulations, the state is obligated to provide timely and adequate medical care to detainees, particularly in cases involving serious or potentially permanent harm, with past judicial rulings affirming that denial of medical treatment may amount to a violation of fundamental rights.