The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Lahore on Thursday granted post-arrest bail to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activist Sanam Javed in a case related to a protest rally held on February 8 outside Aiwan-e-Adl.
The case, registered by Islampura police, accused Sanam Javed and others of inciting people, blocking roads, and chanting anti-state slogans during the rally. The FIR was lodged the same day, while sections of the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) were reportedly added nearly 80 days later.
The prosecution opposed the bail, arguing the seriousness of the charges. However, Javed's counsel contended that the case was politically motivated and that the accused had no connection with the allegations levelled against her.
After hearing arguments, the judge approved her bail, noting the delay in applying the ATA provisions and lack of direct evidence linking her to incitement or violence.
Meanwhile, the ATC confirmed the pre-arrest bail of four doctors in a case involving a clash between members of the Grand Health Alliance and police.
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