Imran Khan’s Sister Challenges Alleged Defiance of SC Order in Fresh Contempt Plea
ISLAMABAD, September 2, 2026: Dr Uzma Khan, sister of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former prime minister Imran Khan, has filed a second contempt of court petition in the Supreme Court, alleging that authorities have failed to fully implement the directions issued by the apex court on August 18.
The fresh petition centres on allegations that Imran Khan has not been allowed regular meetings with his family members and has also not been provided the facility to speak with his sons by telephone. According to reports, the petition maintains that the court’s August 18 directions were clear and did not require further interpretation or clarification.
Alleged Non-Compliance With Supreme Court Directions
The petition argues that despite the Supreme Court’s directions, arrangements for meetings between Imran Khan and his family have not been consistently facilitated.
Dr Uzma Khan has alleged that she, Aleema Khan and Imran Khan’s cousin Qasim Zaman were prevented from meeting the PTI founder. The petition also raises the issue of telephone communication between Imran Khan and his sons, claiming that the facility has not been provided despite the court’s directions.
The allegations have added another layer to an already prolonged legal dispute surrounding Imran Khan’s imprisonment, medical treatment and access to family members and lawyers.
August 18 Supreme Court Order
The latest petition refers to the Supreme Court’s August 18 order, which came after proceedings concerning Imran Khan’s medical treatment and requests for greater access to him.
On August 18, a three-member Supreme Court bench headed by Justice Shahid Waheed directed the government to shift Imran Khan to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad for a comprehensive medical examination and treatment. The proceedings also involved requests concerning meetings between the former premier and his family members.
The order subsequently became the basis of further legal proceedings after PTI and Khan’s family alleged that parts of the court’s directions had not been implemented.
Family Access Becomes Central Issue
Access to Imran Khan has remained a contentious issue during his imprisonment. His sisters have repeatedly sought permission to meet him, particularly amid concerns about his health and the need for family members to remain informed about his condition.
Noreen Niazi was previously allowed to meet Imran Khan at Adiala Jail following the August 18 proceedings, while other family members faced restrictions. Reports said Noreen’s meeting lasted for a short period and included discussion of the Supreme Court order, Imran Khan’s health and ongoing legal matters.
The latest petition argues that access should not depend on inconsistent administrative decisions when the Supreme Court has already issued directions concerning family meetings and communication.
Petition Seeks Accountability
According to the reported contents of the petition, Dr Uzma Khan has asked the Supreme Court to take action against officials allegedly responsible for failing to comply with its order.
The petition reportedly argues that the directions were issued in the presence of government legal representatives and were sufficiently clear for implementation. It further maintains that if government officials believed clarification was necessary, they could have approached the Supreme Court rather than simply failing to implement the directions.
The petitioner has therefore sought contempt proceedings under the constitutional framework governing contempt of court.
Phone Calls With Imran Khan’s Sons
One of the key issues raised in the fresh petition is communication between Imran Khan and his sons.
The petition alleges that his sons have not been able to speak with their father by telephone and that authorities have failed to arrange the calls despite the court’s directions.
The issue has become particularly significant for Imran Khan’s family because direct communication has been limited during his imprisonment. His sisters have argued that regular family contact is important not only for personal reasons but also for keeping the family informed about his legal and medical situation.
Additional Documents Submitted
The fresh contempt petition has also been accompanied by additional documents.
Reports say two miscellaneous applications have been filed seeking permission to place further material on the court record. The documents are intended to support the allegations concerning the alleged non-compliance with the August 18 order.
The filing comes shortly after an earlier contempt petition was submitted in connection with the Supreme Court’s directions concerning Imran Khan’s medical treatment and proposed hospital transfer.
Government Position and Security Concerns
The dispute has also involved the government’s position regarding Imran Khan’s treatment and security.
In an earlier development, authorities transferred Imran Khan to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) rather than Shifa International Hospital. Government officials maintained that security considerations were among the factors involved in arrangements for his medical treatment. PTI, however, questioned whether the Supreme Court’s directions had been properly followed.
The competing positions have kept the matter before the courts, with Imran Khan’s family and party seeking strict implementation of judicial directions and the government maintaining that administrative and security considerations must also be taken into account.
Supreme Court to Examine the Dispute
The latest contempt petition places renewed pressure on the authorities to explain whether the August 18 order has been implemented in full.
The Supreme Court will ultimately determine whether the allegations amount to non-compliance with its directions and whether any officials should face contempt proceedings.
The matter is expected to remain closely watched because it involves not only Imran Khan’s access to his family and children but also broader questions concerning the implementation and authority of Supreme Court orders.
Political and Legal Significance
The controversy comes at a time when Imran Khan remains at the centre of Pakistan’s political and legal landscape.
PTI has repeatedly argued that restrictions on meetings and communication are unfair and has sought judicial intervention to ensure access to its incarcerated founder. Government authorities, meanwhile, have rejected allegations of politically motivated persecution.
The fresh petition is therefore likely to intensify the legal battle over Imran Khan’s treatment in custody and the extent to which prison authorities must comply with judicial directions.
For Dr Uzma Khan and other members of Imran Khan’s family, the immediate objective remains clear: ensuring that the Supreme Court’s directions concerning family meetings and communication are implemented.
The case will now provide the apex court with another opportunity to examine the allegations of non-compliance and determine what further steps, if any, are required to ensure that its August 18 order is followed.
