‘Govt resists IK’s medical examination’: PTI threatens to quit NA

Pakistan's opposition party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has threatened to withdraw from the National Assembly amid a dispute over former Prime Minister Imran Khan's medical examination. The row centres on the decision made by the government to transport Khan to Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) instead of Shifa International Hospital, despite a Supreme Court order for him to be examined at the latter facility.

Acting PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan stated during a point of order that the treatment being administered to his party indicated that certain forces did not want PTI to remain part of the Assembly. If the PTI decides to leave parliament, the party will take a decision in due course. PTI has urged its supporters to respect the Supreme Court's order and avoid Shifa International Hospital, questioning why Khan was taken to another hospital in the night.

Opposition Leader Mehmood Khan Achakzai expressed delight at the court's decision but criticized the authorities for violating the order and contempt of court. He also alleged that elements in the government were trying to sabotage relations between PTI and the government. Opposition Leader responded sharply to the opposition's accusations, criticizing the PTI for its past mockery of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's health, including his platelet count.

He mentioned that Khan himself had mocked the issue in hundreds of videos. Asif disputed the opposition's claims, stating that Khan was in good health and his sister, Dr Uzma, had met him to vouch for his wellbeing. The Defence Minister also mentioned that Khan's eye problem had improved, while a minor blood pressure issue was being treated with medication.