Govt accuses PTI of violating SC order
Tarar holds PTI in contempt of court by politicising Imran's health issue
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar accused the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) of politicizing the health of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, alleging the party committed contempt of court with its statements and actions following a Supreme Court order for his medical examination. Speaking at a news briefing on Khan's transfer to a hospital, Tarar stated the government fully implemented the court's directives, while accusing the PTI of spreading false propaganda.
He reiterated that his stance on politicizing health issues had not changed, even during his opposition tenure. Tarar noted that Imran made derogatory remarks about others' health during his prime ministership, emphasizing that his administration had never adopted an insulting attitude towards anyone's health. Recalling the events, he explained that Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar detailed the government's position, questioning whether the same medical facilities ordered for Imran were available to all prisoners.
The minister confirmed that Imran's medical examination was conducted in accordance with Supreme Court orders, despite PTI supporters creating disruptions outside the facility, leading to a move to Pims Hospital. Throughout the examination, conducted in the presence of Imran's sister and Shifa doctors, all court order clauses were adhered to, ensuring transparency and full compliance.
Tarar maintained that the government would continue to support Imran's treatment, urging the PTI to refrain from politicizing the matter, as it raised both legal and medical concerns.
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