عمران خان کو اپنے ڈاکٹروں اور اپنی بہنوں تک رسائی سے اُن کی اچانک بصارت کے مسائل پیدا ہونے کے دوران کیوں محروم رکھا گیا؟
کیا عمران خان کی بصارت کی خرابی میں شہباز حکومت مجرمانہ طور پر ملوث ہے؟
Why was Imran Khan deprived of access to his doctors and sisters during his sudden emergence of severe eye vision problems?
As of mid-February 2026, the issue of medical aid for former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan’s eye treatment is a subject of intense dispute, with his legal team and family accusing the jail authorities of criminal negligence, while the Shahbaz Government maintains it is providing proper care.
According to reports and statements from early 2026, here is the situation regarding his medical treatment:
Claims of Neglect and Lack of Treatment
Significant Vision Loss: Reports submitted to the Supreme Court of Pakistan by Imran Khan’s legal team, including Barrister Salman Safdar, allege that Imran Khan has lost approximately 85% of the vision in his right eye due to “Right Central Retinal Vein Occlusion”.
Delayed Action: According to reliable sources, Imran Khan complained to the Adyala Jail Staff about his vision issues (blurriness, watering) starting around October 2025, but was initially given only eye drops instead of properly administered medical treatment. As a result, it worsened his eye condition further.
Lack of Independent Access: Imran Khan’s family and party allege that he has been denied access to his own independent doctors and that he was taken to the PIMS Hospital for a procedure without them being informed in advance.
Solitary Confinement Constraints: Claims have been made that the conditions of Imran Khan’s imprisonment, including intense heat and lack of regular, specialised check-ups, have accelerated his health issues.
Is the Shahbaz Government criminally involved in Imran Khan’s Eyesight Problems?
Government Position and Bureaucratic Actions
Treatment Provided: Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has rejected allegations of mistreatment, stating that Imran Khan is receiving better care than other prisoners. The Shahbaz Government confirmed that Imran Khan was taken to PIMS Hospital on January 24, 2026, for a 20-Minute Procedure to treat a blood clot.
Disputed Timeline: The government has disputed the timeline, stating that official records show the first complaint about eye issues was lodged in January 2026, not October 2025, suggesting the claim of negligence is politically motivated.
Alternative Offer: The government has indicated a willingness to allow examination by specialists of the family’s choosing, suggesting that any negligence would be handled professionally.
Recent Developments
Supreme Court Intervention: Following reports of the 85% vision loss, the Supreme Court of Pakistan ordered a fresh, independent medical assessment of Imran Khan’s eyes before February 16, 2026.
Ongoing Protests: Despite government assurances, PTI has continued protests and sit-ins, demanding that Imran Khan be moved to a private facility (Shifa International Hospital) for treatment under the supervision of his personal doctors.
Conclusion
In summary, while the government asserts that it is providing care, the opposition and family argue that the bureaucratic response was negligent, delayed, and criminally motivated, resulting in severe and potentially permanent damage to Imran Khan’s eyesight.
This article has been written and compiled by Muhammad Fazal Ur Rehman Siddiqui.
Karachi - Pakistan
15 February 2026