Bushra Bibi, the wife of PTI founder Imran Khan, faced a legal setback on Monday as an Islamabad court rejected her bail petitions in cases related to the November 26 protests. The former first lady, entangled in multiple legal battles, failed to comply with court directives, leading to the dismissal of her bail pleas.
Court Rejects Bail Petitions
The bail proceedings were overseen by Additional Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka at a local court in Islamabad. During the hearing, Bushra Bibi’s counsel, Khalid Yousuf Chaudhry, requested an exemption from her appearance, citing her required presence at Adiala Jail for a separate £190 million reference verdict. However, Prosecutor Iqbal Kakar opposed the exemption, pointing out that bail surety bonds were not submitted as required.
“You have not complied with the court’s directive,” stated Judge Majoka before rejecting three interim bail petitions filed by Bushra Bibi.
Cases Filed Against Bushra Bibi
Bushra Bibi is facing three cases connected to the November 26 protests. Two of these cases were registered at Tarnol Police Station, while one was filed at Ramna Police Station. Additionally, she is implicated in a separate case involving the D-Chowk protests in Islamabad.
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Parallel Bail Plea
In another hearing at Islamabad’s District and Sessions Court, Bushra Bibi’s counsel, Ansar Kayani, sought interim bail on her behalf. He argued that her presence was required at Adiala Jail in connection with an accountability court directive.
Prosecutor Kakar opposed the plea, maintaining that Bushra Bibi’s physical attendance was necessary since the request pertained to interim bail. Additional Sessions Judge Aamir Zia reserved his verdict on the matter, which is yet to be announced.
Linked Legal Challenges
Bushra Bibi and her husband, Imran Khan, are also facing a “triple murder case.” The case involves the deaths of three Rangers personnel who were allegedly run over by a vehicle during the PTI’s protest in November 2024. The incident has intensified the legal troubles faced by the couple and other senior PTI leaders.
Broader Implications
This latest development further complicates the legal woes of the former ruling party’s leadership. Bushra Bibi’s failure to secure bail underscores the judiciary’s firm stance on ensuring compliance with procedural requirements. As the PTI grapples with mounting legal challenges, the November 26 protests remain a contentious episode in the party’s history.
While the court verdicts on some of these cases remain pending, the legal scrutiny surrounding Bushra Bibi and Imran Khan continues to dominate Pakistan’s political landscape.
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