Two sisters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan have been released from Lahore’s Kot Lakhpat Jail, sources confirmed on Thursday.
Noreen Niazi and Uzma Khan were freed after spending nearly seven weeks in detention under the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) law.
The development brings relief to the PTI founder’s family as legal and political developments surrounding their detention continue.
Sisters Were Detained Under MPO Law
Authorities detained Noreen Niazi and Uzma Khan on September 21. Their sister, Aleema Khan, was arrested a day earlier.
The Punjab government ordered their detention under Section 3 of the Punjab Maintenance of Public Order Ordinance, 1960. Officials cited concerns about public order amid PTI’s planned protest activities.
The Lahore High Court previously heard petitions challenging the sisters’ detention. However, the government informed the court that their detention had been extended for another 30 days.
Noreen Niazi Was Previously Taken to Hospital
Noreen Niazi’s health also became a concern during her detention. On October 29, she was shifted from Kot Lakhpat Jail to the Punjab Institute of Cardiology after reportedly experiencing heart-related discomfort.
Her lawyer said doctors conducted initial medical examinations before she returned to jail.
Aleema Khan’s Status Remains Unclear
The latest reports confirm the release of Noreen and Uzma. However, Aleema Khan’s detention remains a separate matter. Her release status has not been confirmed in the available reports.
The development marks a significant update in the ongoing detention case involving Imran Khan’s family members.
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