Govt to seek review of SC order on PTI founder’s hospital transfer: Azam Nazeer Tarar

Islamabad (Web Desk): The federal government has decided to approach the Supreme Court (SC) for a review of its order directing the transfer of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan to Shifa International Hospital for medical examination and treatment.

Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar said the government had carefully examined various aspects of the Supreme Court’s judgment and written order.

Following the review, he said, the government would seek reconsideration of the decision from the apex court.

Tarar pointed out that a large number of prisoners across the country were also suffering from different health-related issues.

He said convicted prisoners were provided medical treatment at government hospitals whenever required.

The law minister also questioned whether the Supreme Court’s directive would be applicable to all prisoners facing health problems.

Tarar added that the government had assessed both the legal and administrative implications of the court’s order before deciding to seek a review.

Earlier in the day, the SC ordered that the PTI founder be shifted to Shifa International Hospital for a medical examination and necessary treatment.

The top court also directed the authorities to constitute a medical board comprising specialists to assess his health condition and oversee his medical care.