Imran Khan’s cousin Qasim Zaman ordered detained for 30 days

Authorities in Rawalpindi have ordered the 30-day detention of Qasim Zaman a cousin of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan under Section 3 of the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) law.

RAWALPINDI: Authorities in Rawalpindi have ordered the 30-day detention of Qasim Zaman a cousin of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan under Section 3 of the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) law.

The detention order was issued by Rawalpindi Deputy Commissioner Captain (retd) Nadeem Nasir following a request from the city police chief. Qasim Zaman was taken into custody by police in Rawalpindi on Tuesday and subsequently handed over to Adiala Jail authorities. Reports said he could potentially be transferred to Attock Jail.

According to the detention order police alleged that Zaman was an active political worker and had been involved in planning gatherings and other activities that officials considered a potential threat to public order.

The order reportedly referred to a police report from the Station House Officer of Saddar Bairuni police station. Authorities also said the District Intelligence Committee had endorsed the concerns raised in the police report.

Zaman has previously been involved in efforts to meet Imran Khan at Adiala Jail. In September he reportedly reached the prison to see the PTI founder but was not permitted to meet him. He later said Imran Khan’s sisters had been facing difficulties during their detention.

The latest detention comes amid heightened political tensions surrounding PTI activities and a planned march toward Islamabad. Authorities have already detained a large number of PTI leaders and workers in the Rawalpindi region under the MPO in connection with concerns over possible disruptions to public order.

The development adds to the growing pressure on PTI figures and supporters as the party continues its campaign for the release of its founder and demands political engagement with the government.