Tarar says Imran Khan underwent brief eye procedure at PIMS, returned to jail
“Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said Imran Khan was taken to PIMS on doctors’ advice for an eye-related assessment and a brief procedure, and then returned to Adiala Jail.”
Key points
- Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said Imran Khan was taken to PIMS on doctors’ advice for an eye-related assessment and a brief procedure, and then returned to Adiala Jail.
- He dismissed rumours about serious illness and said the visit followed standard prisoner medical protocols.
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Information and Broadcasting Minister Attaullah Tarar confirmed that PTI founder and former prime minister Imran Khan was taken briefly to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) after specialists assessed him at Adiala Jail and advised further evaluation. Tarar, speaking to Geo News, said the move followed doctors’ recommendations and was carried out under security arrangements. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Tarar said Khan’s eyes were re-examined at PIMS and, after written consent was obtained, doctors performed a minor medical procedure lasting around 20 minutes. He said Khan’s vital signs remained stable throughout and that he was shifted back to Adiala Jail with medical instructions. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
The minister rejected circulating claims that Khan’s condition was serious and said he was “absolutely healthy.” He also said the standard process for prisoners requiring treatment involves submitting a formal request to jail authorities, who arrange examinations according to jail rules and medical advice, adding that the government sought verification from jail officials after reports surfaced. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
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