The Islamabad High Court has ordered the placement of former Punjab chief minister and PTI president Pervaiz Elahi under house arrest within 15 days due to age and health concerns. The court has instructed proper medical care during his house arrest. Elahi has faced multiple arrests, with the latest related to illegal recruitment in the Punjab Assembly.
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday ordered to place the former chief minister of Punjab and PTI president Pervaiz Elahi under house arrest within 15-day, ARY News reported.
As per details, Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir announced the reserved verdict on plea filed by Qaisara Elahi, wife of Pervez Elahi.
The court directed that Pervez Elahi be shifted to the sub-jail within 15 days and be kept under house arrest, considering his age (78) and health issues.
The court also instructed the authorities to ensure proper medical care and facilities for Pervez Elahi during his house arrest.
It is pertinent to mention here that Pervaiz Elahi was earlier rushed to Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) by Islamabad police after his health deteriorated in Adiala jail.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf President Pervaiz Elahi suffered bone fracture after slipping in Adiala jail’s washroom on March 17.
Adiala jail deputy superintendent presented Elahi’s medical report in court during the hearing of a case against the latter related to illegal recruitment in the Punjab Assembly.
The jail official apprised the court that Elahi slipped in the washroom and suffered a slight fracture.
Elahi has been arrested multiple times since June 1 in several cases, with the latest to be made on September 18 the Punjab ACE.
According to the details provided by an ACE spokesperson, Elahi made 12 illegal recruitments in the Punjab Assembly on grade 17 positions.
The candidates were recruited in the provincial assembly by altering the records.
The recent order by the Islamabad High Court (IHC) to place Pervaiz Elahi under house-arrest has ignited widespread discussions and raised pertinent legal questions about the exercise of judicial power. In a surprising turn of events, the court’s decision has amplified the importance of the rule of law and judicial independence in the country. This development has thrown open a critical debate on the delicate balance between individual liberties and the imperatives of law and order. It also underscores the significance of the judiciary’s role in upholding the constitutional rights of citizens while ensuring accountability at the highest levels of government. As the legal community and the public scrutinize this decision, it becomes imperative to delve into the complexities and intricacies of the legal processes and the principles guiding such judicial pronouncements. This case not only raises constitutional and legal considerations but also reiterates the need for transparency and adherence to due process in matters of public interest. It is crucial for every citizen to reflect on the broader implications of such events and the impact they have on the legal and political landscape of the nation.
Source: ARY NEWS
Pervaiz Elahi, former Punjab chief minister and PTI president, has been ordered by the Islamabad High Court to be placed under house arrest within 15 days due to his age and health issues. The court directed his transfer to a sub-jail and emphasized the provision of proper medical care. Elahi’s health had deteriorated in Adiala jail, where he suffered a bone fracture. This decision comes in the midst of multiple arrests and cases against Elahi, including illegal recruitment in the Punjab Assembly. The court’s ruling aims to ensure Elahi’s well-being while addressing the legal proceedings.
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