Pakistan Challenges Supreme Court Order to Transfer Imran Khan to Private Hospital

The Supreme Court has ordered that the jailed former prime minister, who is currently serving a sentence for corruption, receive a medical examination at a public hospital. In response, the government has filed a review of the order, arguing that the former leader should instead be examined at a private or specialized medical facility that can provide more comprehensive care. The review cites concerns over the adequacy of public hospital resources and the need for a thorough assessment of the ex‑prime minister’s health status.

The government’s petition, submitted to the Court’s review panel, requests that the original directive be set aside and replaced with a new arrangement that allows the former prime minister to undergo examination at a facility equipped with advanced diagnostic equipment and specialist staff. It also highlights that the ex‑prime minister’s health condition has been a matter of public debate and that a more detailed evaluation is necessary for any potential medical leave or release. The Court has yet to schedule a hearing on the review, and the case remains pending.

If the review is granted, the former prime minister would be transferred to the requested private or specialized hospital for a comprehensive medical assessment. The decision will be closely watched by opposition parties and civil society groups, who have called for transparency and accountability in the treatment of high‑profile prisoners. The outcome of the review could set a precedent for how the judiciary handles medical examinations of incarcerated public officials.