The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has fixed the hearing of appeals filed by former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his spouse Bushra Bibi in the £190 million corruption reference. The hearing is scheduled for April 30.
According to the supplementary cause list, the IHC division bench will hear the case. The bench will be headed by Chief Justice Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar. Justice Muhammad Asif will also be part of the bench.
Both appeals challenge earlier convictions under the Pakistan Penal Code. The sentences in the case are more than seven years. The court will review legal arguments against the trial court’s decision.
The IHC will also hear several related applications. These include requests for suspension of sentence. Some objections linked to procedural issues are also pending before the court.
The £190 million reference case is one of the most high-profile corruption cases in recent months. It involves serious legal and political attention. The appeals are being closely watched across the country.
The development comes after earlier proceedings before the same bench. During a previous hearing, the IHC indicated that it would follow a structured schedule. This schedule aims to complete arguments in the main appeals in a timely manner.
Legal teams from both sides are expected to present their arguments in detail. The court may also consider interim relief applications during the hearing. These include requests related to suspension of sentences.
The IHC has been actively managing multiple petitions related to the case. The court is focusing on ensuring that all legal points are properly addressed.
The outcome of the appeals could have significant legal consequences. It may also influence the broader political environment due to the high-profile nature of the case.
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The hearing at the IHC will proceed as scheduled on April 30. Further updates will depend on the court’s proceedings and decisions during the hearing.
