Pakistan: Court orders transfer of former Prime Minister Imran Khan to hospital under tight security
A Pakistani court has ordered the transfer of former Prime Minister Imran Khan to a hospital for medical assistance. This decision was made in view of his deteriorating health condition, following which authorities have completed strict security arrangements for his transfer.
According to the court order, Imran Khan will be taken from prison to the hospital where a team of expert doctors will examine him. Authorities state that extremely tight security arrangements will be in place during this time to avoid any untoward incident.
Following this development, various reactions are emerging from political circles across the country. While his supporters are praying for his speedy recovery, government spokespersons maintain that it is the state's responsibility to provide medical facilities to all prisoners in accordance with the law.
Currently, a heavy contingent of police and security forces has been deployed around the hospital. The court has directed that a complete report be submitted as soon as possible after the medical examination so that a decision regarding future legal proceedings can be made.