Contempt petition against govt: IK’s sister submits second application to SC for early hearing

Islamabad, 27th August 2026: Dr. Uzma Khan, sister of PTI founder Imran Khan submitted a second application to the Supreme Court on Thursday for an early hearing of a contempt petition against government officials who allegedly ignored the court's directive to transfer the political leader to Shifa International Hospital for medical examination.

Dr. Uzma urged the court to expedite the hearing, warning that further delay could severely harm Imran Khan's health. She argued that Imran's condition is deteriorating while in jail and he was taken to PIMS instead of Shifa Hospital contrary to the Supreme Court's order. The three-member bench headed by Justice Shahid Waheed, comprising Justice Naeem Akhter Afghan and Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim, had directed the government to transfer Imran to Shifa on August 18, but Imran was taken to PIMS on August 21 and back to Adiala Jail after doctors declared him fit.

Dr. Uzma filed a contempt petition under various laws on August 22, but the Court fixed the hearing for September 16, much to her dismay. She questioned the listing of the case for September 16, arguing that it was unclear whether the directions were given by the competent authority or simply noted by the Registrar. Dr. Uzma emphasized the exceptional urgency of the case, stating that it brought the governance and judicial systems of Pakistan into international focus.

She argued that the reasons for the delay in hearing could not justify waiting until September 16, as the Court's fixation policy prioritizes liberty-related matters, especially those arising due to non-compliance with court orders.