Islamabad High Court grants bail to Bushra Bibi in Toshakhana 2.0

Wife of incarcerated PTI chief Imran Khan required to submit a bond of Rs1 million.

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The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has granted bail to Bushra Bibi, wife of incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan, in the ongoing Toshakhana case.

The bail was approved by Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb during a hearing on Wednesdsy, with Bushra Bibi required to submit a bond of Rs1 million.

This decision provides temporary relief to Bushra Bibi, who faces allegations related to the improper handling of state gifts.

During the hearing, Justice Aurangzeb questioned the Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) investigative officer about the necessity of further interrogation of Bushra Bibi.

The officer confirmed that no additional investigation was required, after which the judge granted bail.

The court further referenced similar practices in other countries, noting that the British Prime Minister had also taken gifts home, citing regulations.

The judge highlighted how other nations, like Azerbaijan, display gifts in museums, with the only photograph of a Pakistani leader being that of Benazir Bhutto.

The Toshakhana case involves allegations of corruption against Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi, specifically regarding the sale of gifts received from foreign dignitaries.

Indictment of Imran, Bushra postponed in Toshakhana2.0

Meanwhile, the indictment proceedings against both Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi, scheduled for the same day, were postponed due to security concerns.

Initially set to take place at Adiala Jail, the hearing was moved to Islamabad's Judicial Complex.

However, security concerns continued preventing the proceedings, and the court rescheduled the indictment for October 26.