The court also referred to the Lahore High Court’s ruling in the case of Ejaz Chaudhry, where discussions on Khan’s role in the conspiracy were also highlighted.
Court Rejects Imran Khan’s Bail in 9 May Cases. The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has issued a written decision rejecting the bail applications of Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan and founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), in connection with the cases related to the events of 9 May. The court has also found him guilty of involvement in a conspiracy to incite violence.
According to private TV reports, the ATC judge, Manzoor Ali Gill, issued a six-page written decision, dismissing the bail requests in eight different cases linked to the 9 May incidents. The decision states that Imran Khan was involved in planning a conspiracy regarding his possible arrest. The accusation suggests that Khan plotted to incite other PTI leaders and supporters to disrupt the state’s machinery if he were detained.
The PTI leader’s defense lawyer argued that Khan had already been arrested at the time of the events in question. However, the prosecution countered that the conspiracy was planned before his arrest. The court rejected the defense’s argument, stating that the claim about Khan being under arrest at the time lacked merit.
The written judgment noted that there was sufficient evidence from witnesses about the conspiracy prepared at Khan’s residence in Zaman Park. The prosecution also presented audio and visual evidence of Khan allegedly giving instructions to incite violence.
The court emphasized that the case was not a minor issue of incitement but a serious one involving conspiracy and instigation of attacks on military installations. The decision mentioned that not only PTI leaders but also party workers and supporters acted on Khan’s directives during the violent events.
The court also referred to the Lahore High Court’s ruling in the case of Ejaz Chaudhry, where discussions on Khan’s role in the conspiracy were also highlighted. The defense had raised objections about the lack of specific dates, times, and places for the alleged conspiracy. However, the prosecution presented evidence that the conspiracy was formulated on 7 and 9 May at Zaman Park.
The court also cited testimony from undercover police officers who had infiltrated PTI gatherings and overheard the conspiratorial plans. The ATC concluded that Imran Khan, as the leader of PTI, had a significant influence on his supporters, and his instructions were followed by party leaders and activists without question.
The court’s decision further pointed out that, according to police reports, violent incidents, including attacks on military installations, government buildings, and police personnel, occurred on 11 May and in the days following. These actions were directly linked to the instructions given by Imran Khan.
In conclusion, the court has officially rejected all bail applications for Imran Khan in relation to the 9 May events, declaring him guilty of orchestrating a conspiracy to incite violence and undermine state institutions.
