A Special anti-terrorism court on Saturday. granted interim bail to former first lady Bushra Bibi - wife of PTI founder Imran Khan - in connection with 32 cases.
The court granted her interim bail in all cases, except those related to the November 24-27 protests, for which she was granted protection from arrest until January 13.
Bushra Bibi’s lawyer Muhammad Faisal Malik filed bail applications on her behalf, which were duly considered by Anti-Terrorism Court Judge Amjad Ali Shah.
In a ruling, the court granted her bail in 32 separate cases, including those involving alleged participation in protest activities following the events of November 2022.
The court also directed the investigating officers of all 32 cases to submit their records, ensuring a thorough review of the proceedings. Judge Shah emphasised that Bushra Bibi would not be arrested in any cases connected to the November protests until January 13, allowing her some reprieve amid the ongoing legal challenges.
On the day of the hearing, special permission was granted for Bushra Bibi to bring her car onto the court premises, an unusual concession made in light of her high-profile status.
PTI leader Seemabia Tahir and other party members, along with her legal team, including Advocate Faisal Chaudhry, were present at the court.
Bushra Bibi’s legal team expressed confidence that the court’s decision would facilitate a fair review of the cases in question.
The next hearing in the case is set for January 13, with the court closely monitoring the records provided by the investigating officers.
In a separate development, the judges of the anti-terrorism court are expected to visit Adiala Jail in the coming days to hear the case related to the attack on the General Headquarters (GHQ).
