The Anti-Terrorism Court of Lahore gave a reserved verdict on the bail applications of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder chairman Imran Khan in 8 cases on May 9.
The anti-terrorism court in Lahore rejected the bails of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder in the Jinnah House attack and May 9 eight cases. Judge Manzar Ali Gul gave a reserved verdict on the bails.
Anti-Terrorism Court Judge Manzar Ali Gul heard former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s bail pleas in 8 cases on May 9. Founding Chairman PTI’s lawyer Barrister Salman Safdar appeared in the court.
Founder PTI filed bails in Jinnah House attack, Shadman police station arson cases and in Rahat Bakery Chowk and Zaman Park burning of police vehicles. Apart from this, the founding PTI also filed bails in the Askari Tower attack and three other May 9 cases, which were rejected by the court.
Report of the hearing
Barrister Salman Safdar while arguing in the court said that the wrong reaction to the opinion of PTI founder came from the people. I have represented founder PTI in more than 240 cases. All kinds of cases were registered against one accused. There is no section under which a case has not been registered. Cypher’s case went to the Supreme Court, all others got relief from subordinate courts.
The lawyer said that in 30 cases decisions have been made against the government. I am placing before you about 25 decisions. The plaintiffs in each case are policemen. The government has thrown googly, leg break, off break second third. Sometimes they say that the conspiracy took place in this way, then they say that it did not take place in this way. Bushra Bibi was included in 12 cases that she was also involved in the conspiracy. It is easy to accuse and difficult to prove.
Barrister Salman Safdar said that I am not asking you for discharge or dismissal of the case. You cannot even provide these facilities. The accused has been in jail for a long time, I am asking the court for bail.
The lawyer argued that Pervez Musharraf’s medical records were presented, he had to leave the world to prove them true. After that everyone was convinced that all the medicals were correct. Judges have relayed PTI founder’s detention in NAB custody from May 9 to 12.
Later, Special Prosecutor Rao Abdul Jabbar said in his arguments that all the cases are of rebellion against the government and attack on sensitive installations. The judgments presented are not related to these cases. According to British law, the King is not impeachable. The accused is not a king. At the behest of the accused, 200 installations were attacked. It was said on social media that today is the day of real jihad. Indian TV channels also continued to run the same news.
The prosecutor added in the arguments that the general public is prohibited from visiting certain places in Kent. Everyone has a modern device that communicates location and messages. How PC Hotel, Awari Hotel or milk shop in Anarkali was not attacked. Military installations were attacked. The statue of Colonel Sher Khan Shaheed, who sacrificed his life for the safety of the country, was kicked. These wars and attacks continue even today. The ranger and the policeman were martyred, while the accused says that I am in jail.
While giving arguments in the court on behalf of the prosecution, it was further said that the accused was not in jail on May 7 when the conspiracy took place, the application of the accused should be dismissed.
Later, the court reserved its judgment after completing the arguments on the bail pleas of the prosecution and the accused’s counsel.
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What are the potential consequences of Imran Khan remaining in custody for Pakistan’s political climate?
## Interview with Legal Expert on Imran Khan’s Bail Rejection
**Host:** Joining us today is [Guest Name], a legal expert with extensive experience in Pakistani law. Imran Khan’s bail applications have been rejected by the Anti-Terrorism Court in Lahore in connection with the May 9th incident. Can you shed some light on the reasons behind the court’s decision?
**Guest:** Thank you for having me. This is a highly complex case with multiple facets. As you mentioned, the court rejected Imran Khan’s bail pleas in eight cases related to the events of May 9th. These cases include charges related to the attack on Jinnah House, arson at Shadman police station, and the burning of police vehicles in various locations.
The court appeared to be swayed by the severity of the charges and the potential threat to public safety these allege. Barrister Salman Safdar, Mr. Khan’s lawyer, argued that the reaction to his client’s opinions was unwarranted and that numerous cases against Mr. Khan have been dismissed in lower courts. He also highlighted the inconsistencies in the government’s narrative surrounding the events of May 9th.
However, the judge ultimately decided that the gravity of the offenses, coupled with the need to ensure public order, necessitated keeping Mr. Khan in custody pending trial.
**Host:** Mr. Khan’s ongoing legal battles have sparked a lot of debate. What are the potential implications of this bail rejection for Pakistan’s political landscape?
**Guest:** This bail rejection will undoubtedly further intensify the already polarizing political climate in Pakistan. Mr. Khan’s supporters view him as a victim of political persecution.
Conversely, his opponents believe that he must be held accountable for his alleged role in inciting violence.
The coming months will be crucial. If Mr. Khan’s legal team is unable to secure his release, it could lead to increased social unrest and further destabilize the country.
**Host:** Thank you for your insights, [Guest Name]. This is clearly a situation that will continue to develop, and we will be following it closely.
