The Lahore High Court ordered the release of Parvez Elahi. Lahore High Court heard the petition filed against the arrest of Parvez Elahi in NAB. Justice Amjad Rafique heard the petition of Pervez Elahi.
During the hearing, Justice Amjad Rafiq said that there will be an inquiry on the arrest of Parvez Elahi, when the decision of the two-member bench was reached, then why was the physical remand extended? Lawyer Pervaiz Elahi requested the court that there is a lot of crowd outside the High Court, there is fear that the police will arrest them.
Justice Amjad Rafiq replied that we have said that we will not arrest in any case, I am also ordering the rest. Pervaiz Elahi had challenged the NAB arrest in the High Court. The court had ordered Parvez Elahi to appear before the court at ten o’clock.
NAB Lahore had written a letter to IG Punjab and others for Parvaizalhi’s security.
Earlier, a hearing was held in the Lahore High Court on the petition filed against the arrest of former Chief Minister Chaudhry Pervez Elahi by NAB. Justice Amjad Rafiq heard the request of Pervaiz Elahi.
During the hearing, the NAB prosecutor said that time should be given for a detailed response to Chaudhry Parvez Elahi’s request, Justice Amjad Rafiq remarked that it is fine, then we order Parvez Elahi to be deported.
The court told the NAB officials that you should request the Chief Justice that this request be fixed for hearing before a 2-member bench. Is the arrest of the former Chief Minister of Punjab in accordance with the law?, all the questions are to be answered in your reports.
The NAB prosecutor argued that the single bench did not give a direction not to arrest Parvaiz Elahi.
The Prosecutor General said that it is in the decisions of the Supreme Court that a two-member bench can hear the cases of NAB, a single bench cannot hear the cases of NAB, it is the work of the subordinate courts to implement the decisions of the Supreme Court. Give respite, we will submit a full detailed report to the court.
The NAB prosecutor objected to the appearance of Amjad Parvez on behalf of Parvez Elahi and said that Amjad Parvez does not have a power of attorney in this case.
The court remarked that it seems like this is a personal matter of yours. The NAB prosecutor said that Amjad Parvez himself is the special prosecutor of NAB, how can he appear?
Amjad Pervez said that I represent NAB only in specific cases. Justice Amjad Rafiq said you should start the arguments, the court is giving permission, if you want me not to hear this case, then apply to the Chief Justice.
Justice Amjad Rafiq remarked that the arrest of Parvez Elahi is in accordance with the law, when the two-member bench restored the decision of the single bench, then the decision of the single bench is upheld, the law is very clear in this regard, we have to decide now. Parvez Elahi’s arrest is legal or illegal.
Lahore High Court ordered to present former Chief Minister Punjab and PTI leader Chaudhry Pervez Elahi in court at 2 pm, however NAB decided not to present Chaudhry Pervez Elahi in court.
It should be noted that Chaudhry Parvez Elahi has requested NAB to declare his arrest as illegal.
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How might the release of Parvez Elahi impact the ongoing legal battles faced by other political figures in Pakistan?
**Interview with Legal Expert on Recent Developments in the Case of Parvez Elahi**
**Interviewer:** Good afternoon, and thank you for joining us today. We want to discuss the recent Lahore High Court decision regarding former Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi, who was recently ordered to be released from custody. Can you give us a brief overview of the case?
**Expert:** Good afternoon! Yes, of course. The Lahore High Court’s decision to release Parvez Elahi comes after he challenged his arrest by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB). This case has involved extensive legal arguments about the legitimacy of his detention. Justice Amjad Rafiq presided over the hearing where key points were raised about the appropriateness of the NAB’s actions during Elahi’s physical remand.
**Interviewer:** What were the main concerns expressed during the hearing?
**Expert:** Justice Rafiq highlighted that there would be an inquiry into the legality of Elahi’s arrest. He questioned why the physical remand was extended after the decision of the two-member bench. Elahi’s lawyer also raised concerns about the potential for police arrest outside the court due to the large crowd gathered there, prompting the court to reassure that arrests should not take place at that moment [[1](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2467659/ptis-pervez-elahi-released-says-i-am-was-and-will-be-with-imran-khan)].
**Interviewer:** Were there any responses from the NAB representatives during the proceedings?
**Expert:** Yes, the NAB prosecutor requested additional time to provide a detailed response to Elahi’s petition. However, Justice Rafiq was firm in his stance, ordering Elahi’s release while also instructing NAB officials to prepare for further scrutiny regarding the legality of the arrest. The court made it clear that all questions regarding the arrest’s legality should be thoroughly investigated and documented [[1](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2467659/ptis-pervez-elahi-released-says-i-am-was-and-will-be-with-imran-khan)].
**Interviewer:** What implications does this ruling have for the NAB and ongoing cases against political figures in Pakistan?
**Expert:** This ruling emphasizes the judiciary’s oversight function when it comes to arrests made by anti-corruption bodies like the NAB. It may set a precedent for future cases, reinforcing the notion that there must be clear legal grounds for such actions. It also highlights the increasing scrutiny over the NAB’s procedures, especially concerning political figures, which could lead to broader implications for political accountability in Pakistan.
**Interviewer:** How has this situation been perceived by the public and political analysts?
**Expert:** Public perception is quite polarized, as is often the case in Pakistani politics. Supporters of Elahi view this as a significant victory against what they see as politically motivated prosecution, while critics argue that it reflects deeper issues with accountability in governance. Analysts are closely watching how this unfolds, as it could impact the current political landscape, especially with ongoing tensions between political factions.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your insights! This has been a fascinating discussion on an important legal matter. We look forward to seeing how this situation develops further.
**Expert:** Thank you for having me! It’s always a pleasure to discuss these vital issues.
