Bushra Bibi approaches IHC over worsening eyesight, seeks treatment from doctors of her choice

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's wife, Bushra Bibi, has taken her case of worsening eyesight to the Islamabad High Court. Bushra, who is currently serving a seven-year sentence in a £190 million corruption case, is also facing a 17-year sentence in the Toshakhana-2 case, which involved the purchase of expensive jewelry. The IHC has been asked to direct jail authorities to provide Bushra with a comprehensive medical report, allowing her to receive treatment from doctors of her choice and ensuring appropriate medical facilities.

Counsel for Imran, Barrister Salman Safdar, met with Bushra at Adiala jail on October 31 and noticed her wearing extremely dark-tinted glasses, indicating a severe deterioration of her eyesight. Her condition was described as distressing, with Bushra stating that she could not tolerate sunlight or artificial light without protective glasses.

Despite undergoing an eye surgery on April 18, she was ordered for another surgery around November 15. Bushra's deteriorating eyesight and dissatisfaction with the prison's hygiene and medical treatment have prompted her to seek immediate medical attention from her personal doctors.