Islamabad’s district and session court has reserved verdict on bail pleas of Imran Khan in six cases while Bushra Bibi’s in one case. The reserved verdict on the bail pleas in various cases would be pronounced together on November 18. The court also sought arguments on November 18. Additional session judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka heard the bail pleas of Imran Khan and his spouse Bushra Bibi in various cases. Bushra Bibi and lawyers including Salman Safdar appeared before the court. During the hearing, the judge inquired about the appearance of Imran Khan through video link. Safdar told the court to direct jail administration to make sure the appearance of Imran Khan then only Imran Khan could be presented. Lawyer informed the court that five accused including Imran Khan, Farah and Shehzad were nominated in this case but bail pleas of only two accused were filed, not others.

Salman Safdar added that his clients were accused of fraud and presenting fake receipts. The court inquired from the prosecutor what the progress on the investigation of this case was going on and a half and presented the evidence of receipts. Judge added that the police allegations were not satisfactory and what was the response to the letter written to the Election Commission. Imran Khan’s lawyer stated that Imran Khan couldn't appear through video link as video link was not working and he requested court to decide on Bushra Bibi as she was present in the court. Bushra Bibi stated that she was ready to go to jail and she had brought her essentials like blankets. “All lawyers including ours only waste time. Why doesn’t any judge see that an imprisoned person is also a human. I would never appear in the court as it only serves injustice,” Bushra Bibi broke down in tears in the courtroom.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan