On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Noreen Niazi (familiarly known as Noreen Apa), the sister of incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan, was injured in a distressing accident near Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi.
The incident occurred while Noreen Niazi, along with other family members and PTI supporters, was navigating the difficult terrain near the prison to attend a scheduled visit.
Details of the Incident
- The Cause: Reports indicate that Noreen Niazi lost her balance while attempting to cross an under-construction drain (often referred to locally as a “nala” or canal) on Adiala Road. The area has been heavily dug up for a sewerage line project.
- The Fall: Mobile phone footage captured the moment she slipped and fell into the deep, concrete-lined drain.
- Other Casualties: Another woman identified as Sadaf, a PTI worker accompanying the family, also fell into the drain and sustained serious injuries.
- Rescue: On-site PTI workers and supporters immediately rushed to pull both women out of the construction site.
Medical Condition & Context
- Injuries: Noreen Niazi sustained visible bruises and was reportedly in a state of shock, though her injuries were deemed stable after initial first aid. Sadaf was transferred to a government hospital for more intensive treatment.
- The “Barriers” Factor: The PTI leadership has blamed the incident on the government’s “restrictive measures.” They allege that by blocking main access points and forcing visitors to take “dirt paths” and cross construction sites, the authorities are intentionally endangering the family.
- Timing: The accident happened just as the family was arriving for their Tuesday visit—a day typically designated by the court for meetings, which have been frequently interrupted by security lockdowns in recent weeks.
The sisters did not give up, but the system lost its humanity If today a sister can collapse outside Adiala Jail, then understand that the oppression is touching its final limits@TeamiPians#ShiftKhanToShifaInternational pic.twitter.com/EKiqWvJyZ4
— Amira Khan (@Amirak1693) February 24, 2026
Political Reaction
The incident has sparked fresh outrage within the PTI:
- Aleema Khanum, who was present during the accident, criticized the administration for the “inhumane” treatment of elderly women.
- PTI Punjab Chief Organiser Aliya Hamza Malik noted that Noreen was attempting to find a quiet place to offer prayers after being stopped at a police checkpoint (Dahgal Naka) when the slip occurred.
- Opposition alliance TTAP highlighted the accident during their ongoing protest at the Supreme Court, citing it as another example of the “physical and mental torture” being inflicted on the Khan family.
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