Pakistan's Supreme Court has ordered the immediate transfer of former PM Imran Khan to a hospital following severe health concerns and vision loss. International cricket icons have joined the call for humane treatment.
- Supreme Court orders transfer of Imran Khan to Shifa International Hospital within 48 hours.
- A specialized medical board including personal physicians will be formed.
- Cricket legends Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev have raised concerns over his treatment.
- Family members granted permission for weekly meetings.
In a significant judicial intervention, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has ordered authorities to move jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan to Islamabad’s Shifa International Hospital within 48 hours. The decision comes amidst escalating concerns regarding his deteriorating health and critical vision impairment.
The 73-year-old PTI leader has been incarcerated since August 2023, facing over 100 legal cases ranging from corruption to state secret violations. Khan has consistently maintained that these charges are politically motivated attempts to sideline him following his removal from power in 2022. The three-member Supreme Court bench ruled on several petitions seeking his hospitalization and regular access to his family.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that the legal battle surrounding Imran Khan has transcended domestic politics to become a global conversation on prisoner rights and judicial accountability. The involvement of international sporting icons adds a layer of diplomatic and social pressure on the Pakistani administration.
"Whatever the political differences there, we believe that he should be looked after in a humane manner and given proper medical care." — Sunil Gavaskar
The timeline of Khan's health struggles is alarming. Since his imprisonment, he has dealt with muscle inflammation, hearing loss, and most critically, Central Retinal Vein Occlusion (CRVO), which has severely impacted his vision. Recent reports from Adiala Jail in August 2026 have indicated symptoms of rapid heartbeat, severe headaches, and acute anxiety.
The humanitarian concern has prompted a rare unified front from the cricketing world. A group of 14 international captains, including India's Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev, along with legends like Allan Border and Mike Atherton, signed an open letter urging the government to prioritize Khan's medical needs.
| Period | Reported Health Issue |
|---|---|
| Dec 2023 | Thigh muscle inflammation |
| April 2024 | Hearing loss/Ear blockage |
| Jan 2026 | Central Retinal Vein Occlusion (Vision loss) |
| Aug 2026 | Rapid heartbeat & Anxiety |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is the Supreme Court intervening in Khan's health?
The court is ensuring the fundamental right to health and safety for the prisoner following reports of severe vision loss and other ailments.
2. Who is part of the medical board?
The court has ordered a board consisting of medical specialists and Khan's personal physician to oversee his treatment.
