Police in Lahore arrest Aleema Khan, sister of jailed former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan, ahead of a planned PTI protest march. Multiple outlets report she is taken into custody before a scheduled rally by Khan’s party.
The articles say Aleema is detained in Lahore and is held for a period described by some reports as 30 days, with references to her alleged role in mobilising supporters. Several outlets attribute the allegations to incitement or the use of social media and public meetings to encourage people ahead of the protest.
Different details appear across coverage. NDTV reports she is detained under the Punjab Maintenance of Public Order Ordinance, 1960, citing powers that allow police to arrest people perceived as a threat to public peace. Sky News says the arrest happens at her home, citing a spokesperson for Khan’s political party. Other reports specify the jail destination. Overall, outlets agree on the arrest occurring in Lahore days before the march, but vary on the legal basis and custody details.
