Senator Ejaz Chaudhry, a senior leader of Pakistan Tehreek-E-Insaf (PTI), was transferred to a hospital from Laore’s Kot Lakhpat prison due to health concerns.
According to a statement from the PTI leader’s spokesman, Senator Chaudhry’s condition within the prison was deteriorated, causing the administration to move him to the hospital under strict security measures.
The spokesman also reported that Senator Chaudhry underwent coronary bypass surgery. After the procedure, his condition has improved and he is now out of danger.
Senator Chaudhry has been jailed in Kot Lakhpat Prison since May 9, 2023, in connection with cases related to PTI’s activities. His health issues have raised concerns among his supporters and the public.
The PTI management has expressed gratitude to the medical staff for their quick response and care. They have also called for the immediate release of all political leaders and workers who have been detained during recent political turmoil.
The party has emphasized the importance of maintaining democratic values and ensuring well -being for all individuals who are in custody. They have called on the government to provide the necessary medical treatment to all imprisoned and respect their fundamental rights.
The incident has given rise to discussions about the treatment of political leaders in detention and the need for reforms in the prison system to secure inmates and security of inmates. Human rights organizations have called for independent studies of the conditions of political prisoners and have called on the government to comply with international standards for detention.
Currently, Senator Chaudhry’s condition is stable and he is expected to recover fully. His family and followers have expressed relief and gratitude for the medical attention he received.
PTI has promised to continue its struggle for democracy and people’s rights, emphasizing that their leaders and workers’ health remains a highest priority as they have called on the international community to note the situation and to support the efforts to restore democracy and human rights in Pakistan .
