Imran Khan Returned to Adiala Jail After Medical Checkup at PIMS

In a late-night security operation, incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan was briefly shifted from Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad before being returned to prison custody in the early hours of Friday.

The transfer occurred following a historic Supreme Court directive ordering comprehensive medical evaluations for the 73-year-old founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). While the apex court had instructed authorities to facilitate care at Shifa International Hospital, security officials diverted the convoy to PIMS after crowds of supporters gathered along the route.

IMRAN KHAN MEDICAL TRANSFER SUMMARY

Origin Location	Adiala Jail, Rawalpindi
Primary Facility Used	Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS)
Transfer Mandate	Supreme Court of Pakistan Directive
Security Diversion	Shifted to PIMS from Shifa due to public gatherings
Medical Evaluation	Joint team of PIMS & Shifa doctors (Cardio/Ophth/Med)
Return Time	Transferred back to Adiala Jail at 5:00 AM

Why the Hospital Destination Was Changed

Information Minister Attaullah Tarar confirmed during a official press briefing that the medical examination took place during the intervening night of August 20 and August 21, 2026.

Although the court order specified Shifa International Hospital, authorities altered the destination after PTI workers assembled outside the private facility. To prevent potential security breakdowns and public gathering risks along the transit route, officials moved the ex-premier to PIMS, where specialist physicians from Shifa International joined the examining board.

Medical Evaluation & Health Findings

During his stay at PIMS, a specialized team of doctors—including an ophthalmologist, a cardiologist, and an internal medicine specialist—conducted detailed diagnostic tests. The examination was witnessed by Khan's sister, Uzma Khan, who was permitted to remain present throughout the process.

Medical Department	Examination Focus	Official Status / Findings
Ophthalmology	Eye health evaluation & Retinal checks	Specialist review completed
Cardiology	Blood pressure monitoring & Heart rate	Vitals assessed and stable
General Medicine	General health workup & Blood parameters	Declared medically fit by board

Following the completion of all diagnostic checks, medical authorities cleared Khan for discharge, and security forces transported him back to his cell in Adiala Jail at approximately 5:00 AM local time.

Legal Context & Security Oversight

Imran Khan has been incarcerated since August 2023 following convictions across multiple cases, which his legal team and party maintain are politically motivated.

SUPREME COURT MEDICAL DIRECTIVE

PIMS HOSPITAL TRANSFER	SECURITY & ROUTE DIVERSION
Joint PIMS & Shifa Medical Team	Diversion Away From Shifa Gathering
Sister Uzma Khan Present Throughout	Return to Adiala Jail at 5:00 AM

The Supreme Court had granted permission for medical evaluation, setting the next formal hearing regarding his health and custody conditions for September 16. Government representatives stated that Khan will continue to receive routine medical checkups as mandated by prison rules and court guidelines.