PTI Leadership Named in October 2024 Protest Case; ATC Indicts Accused in Faizabad Sit-in Case
ISLAMABAD (May 13, 2025) – The legal troubles of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership intensified as Islamabad Police formally nominated top party leaders, including Barrister Gohar Khan, Ali Amin Gandapur, Barrister Saif, and Omar Ayub, in a case related to the October 4, 2024 protests.
Key Developments:
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Judicial Magistrate’s Proceedings:
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Challan Submitted: Prosecution presented charges against PTI leaders in the Koral Police Station case.
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29 PTI Workers Appeared, while four sought exemption from attendance.
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Next Hearing: July 17 – Expected formal indictment of accused.
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Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) Indictments:
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Raja Majid Indicted in the Faizabad sit-in case (linked to protests after Imran Khan’s disqualification in the Toshakhana case).
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Majid denied charges; co-accused Amir Mahmood Kayani appeared, while Faisal Javed Khan & Wasiq Qayyum sought exemption.
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Next Hearing: May 19 – Prosecution witnesses summoned.
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Delayed Hearings in Other Cases:
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Cases registered at CTD & Golra Police Stations were adjourned until May 16 due to Imran Khan’s unavailability.
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Judge Sipra’s Remarks:
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“Imran Khan holds the same legal status as other accused; proceedings cannot proceed without his presence.”
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Context:
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The October 4 protests erupted amid political turmoil following PTI’s allegations of electoral manipulation.
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The Faizabad sit-in case stems from 2023 protests after Imran Khan’s disqualification over Toshakhana gifts concealment.
What’s Next?
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July 17: PTI leaders may face formal charges in the Koral case.
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May 16 & 19: Key ATC hearings on Faizabad sit-in case; Imran Khan’s presence crucial.
Legal & Political Implications:
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The cases signal continued judicial scrutiny of PTI’s protest actions.
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If convicted, top leaders could face disqualification or imprisonment, further straining PTI’s political standing.
“Justice must follow due process—no one is above the law.”
— Judicial Remarks
