Islamabad — Incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan underwent a short medical procedure at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad last week to address an eye ailment, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar confirmed on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Speaking to Geo News, the minister said eye specialists first examined Khan at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, recommended the hospital visit, and carried out the “20-minute” intervention on the night of January 24 with his written approval. Khan was returned to jail the same night with necessary instructions, and Tarar emphasized that his vitals stayed stable throughout.
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A senior doctor at PIMS says 🇵🇰 Imran Khan was brought to the hospital under tight security on Saturday night for a medical procedure and was taken back on Sunday.
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Key Highlights
- The minister described Khan as “absolutely healthy” and “absolutely fine” before, during, and after the procedure, noting that all prisoners receive medical care as per jail rules when required.
- On Tuesday, PTI cited credible reports diagnosing Khan with central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO) in his right eye, warning that delayed or improper treatment could risk permanent vision damage.
- Khan’s sister Noreen Niazi demanded public release of his full medical reports and immediate access for family, lawyers, and personal doctors, calling the lack of transparency a “blatant crime.”
- Khan’s son Kasim Khan alleged authorities continue to block trusted doctors and family contact, describing over 900 days in detention without visits as “authoritarian cruelty.”
- PTI MNAs filed a fresh petition in the Islamabad High Court on Tuesday seeking permission to meet Imran Khan.
Family and Party Voice Concerns
Noreen Niazi, in posts on X, questioned why the family and legal team were kept uninformed during the late-night hospital visit, which she said lasted around three hours under heavy security. She warned that any harm to Khan’s eyesight would not go unnoticed and urged authorities to allow independent medical oversight. Kasim Khan echoed the call, stressing the urgency of proper treatment for CRVO and appealing to human rights advocates to intervene before irreversible damage occurs.
Minister’s Reassurance
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar confirmed that PTI founder Imran Khan underwent a brief medical procedure for an eye condition at Islamabad’s Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) on January 24, 2026.
Tarar reiterated that the procedure followed medical experts’ advice and jail protocols. He dismissed health concerns, stating Khan was in good condition and that the government ensures medical access for all inmates without exception.
The 20-minute process followed expert examination in Adiala Jail and was done with the former premier’s written consent; his vitals remained stable.
What’s Next
The Islamabad High Court is likely to take up the PTI petition soon. Meanwhile, demands for transparency—particularly around Khan’s eye condition and full medical details—continue to grow from his family and supporters. Any further developments in his health or legal access could draw renewed attention amid ongoing political sensitivities.
