Islamabad – Anti-Terrorism Court Issues Order in Protest Case Against KP CM
In a significant legal development, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister, Ali Amin Gandapur, has been declared a proclaimed offender by an anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Thursday. The decision comes after Gandapur failed to attend multiple hearings in a case related to the November 24 protests.
Court Orders Enforcement and Police Report Deadline
The ATC Judge, Amjad Ali Shah, issued the order while hearing the case, which was registered at the Saddar Police Station in Hassan Abdal. The court directed the Hassan Abdal police to ensure the execution of the order and to submit a progress report by January 21, 2025.
Key Details of the Case:
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Court | Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC), Islamabad |
| Defendant | Ali Amin Gandapur (KP Chief Minister) |
| Charge | Involvement in November 24 Protest |
| Location of Case Registration | Saddar Police Station, Hassan Abdal |
| Order | Declared Proclaimed Offender |
| Execution Deadline | January 21, 2025 |
| Police Involved | Hassan Abdal Police to execute the order |
| Related Political Event | PTI-led November 26 Protest in Islamabad |
Bushra Bibi Granted Interim Bail in Related Cases
In another notable development, Bushra Bibi, the wife of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, was granted interim bail in three separate cases linked to the party’s November 26 protest in Islamabad. Duty Judge Shabbir Bhatti approved her bail until January 13, 2025, each against surety bonds worth Rs50,000.
Bushra Bibi Appears in Court for Hearing
Bushra Bibi attended the court proceedings related to cases registered against her at the Tarnol Police Station and Ramna Police Station. These cases stem from the PTI-led protest organized to press for the release of Imran Khan, with both Gandapur and Bushra Bibi playing prominent roles.
November 26 Protests Led by PTI in Islamabad
On November 26, PTI supporters, under the supervision of KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur and Bushra Bibi, stormed Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad. The protests were staged despite a stringent lockdown imposed to prevent mass gatherings, with the goal of pressuring the government to release Imran Khan. However, PTI called off the protest on the night of November 26 in a surprising decision, with authorities arresting hundreds of party workers and supporters.
Conclusion
The legal actions involving Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and PTI leadership reflect ongoing political tensions. The court’s decision to declare Gandapur a proclaimed offender is a crucial moment in the case, and with Bushra Bibi’s bail extended, the political and legal battles surrounding the November protests continue to unfold.
