Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has once again expressed concern over the health of its jailed founder Imran Khan, claiming that he is suffering from an eye condition that could lead to permanent vision loss if not treated urgently.


 
In a statement posted on X, the party said it had learned through credible reports that the former prime minister had been diagnosed with central retinal vein occlusion in his right eye, a condition caused by a blockage in the retinal vein.

Citing medical experts who reportedly examined him in jail, the party said the condition was “extremely serious” and required immediate and proper treatment to prevent irreversible damage to his eyesight.

PTI alleged that jail administration was insisting on providing treatment inside the prison, even though the attending specialist had advised that such care was not possible without an operation theatre and specialised medical facilities.

“This reckless attitude is placing Imran Khan’s eyesight and overall health in grave danger,” the statement said.

The party further said Imran was last allowed to see his personal physician in October 2024 and has not been examined by him since, despite orders issued by the Islamabad High Court (IHC) permitting regular medical check-ups.

Calling it a “blatant violation” of court orders and fundamental human rights, PTI said a petition seeking regular medical examinations for Imran had been pending since August 2025 and was being deliberately ignored.

“The government’s conduct shows that, in its pursuit of political vendetta, it is willing to gamble with the life and health of a prisoner,” the statement said.

The party demanded that Imran be allowed an unrestricted meeting with his family and close associates to reassure the public about his condition. It also called for his immediate transfer to Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital or any other hospital of his choice for treatment under qualified specialists.

It also urged the judiciary to treat the matter as one of human life rather than politics and warned that any permanent damage to Imran’s eyesight would be the responsibility of the government and the Adiala Jail administration.

Separately, Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital, founded by Khan, also issued a statement expressing “grave concern” over his health.

While expressing confidence in the doctors currently treating him, the hospital requested that a team of its physicians be granted immediate access to participate in his care to help reassure those concerned about his well-being.