Scholar Mirza Reports Imran Khan's Frustration in Jail Despite Access to News
Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza, a religious scholar who was recently released on bail from Adiala Jail after facing a high-profile blasphemy case, has revealed intriguing details about the daily routine of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan while he was incarcerated. Mirza, who granted an interview to a private television channel, provided a unique perspective on Khan's experience behind bars.
Mirza shared that despite the jail's limitations, Khan had access to the outside world's news. He was provided with two newspapers and an LED television, ensuring he could stay informed. However, the scholar noted that Khan's demeanor was one of frustration, a sentiment not uncommon for someone who had spent nearly two years in prison.
The scholar described the living conditions, mentioning that Khan had six barracks at his disposal. Five were for his personal use, while the sixth was occupied by his attendant. Khan's daily routine involved two meals, breakfast at 9 am and lunch at 3 pm, which were prepared using desi ghee, filling the air with a distinct aroma that could be enjoyed by other inmates. Mirza also mentioned that Khan's loud and continuous outbursts when angry were a notable feature of his time in jail.
These revelations have sparked a renewed debate about the conditions and facilities provided to the PTI founder at Adiala Jail. The discussion comes after Mirza's release on bail, granted by the Rawalpindi Bench of the Lahore High Court on December 3, 2025. The court ordered him to submit two surety bonds of Rs500,000 each.
The case, registered by the Federal Investigation Agency's Cyber Crime Wing, alleges insults to revered religious figures. Mirza had challenged the investigation and sought relief from the High Court. The PTI has also taken a stand, writing to the Senate chairman, demanding a parliamentary committee to review the 'solitary confinement' and 'violation of fundamental rights' of Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, at Adiala Jail. The party believes senators have the constitutional authority to review the conditions of any citizen in custody, especially a former prime minister and an elected member of the National Assembly.
