Sannia Ashfaq’s abortion controversy takes a shocking new turn

Sannia Ashfaq, the former wife of Pakistani cricketer Imad Wasim, has once again become the center of public attention after sharing disturbing allegations about her former marriage.

The latest controversy revolves around claims that she was pressured into ending a pregnancy in 2023, allegations that have now received a response from the doctor who reportedly carried out the procedure.

Sannia has previously spoken publicly about the difficulties she allegedly faced during her marriage to Imad Wasim. She has also made claims about their divorce and their relationship after separation. Among the most serious allegations she has shared is that she was forced to undergo an abortion while she was pregnant with her third child.

According to Sannia’s account, she was allegedly pressured by her husband and mother-in-law to terminate the pregnancy in 2023. She claimed that a doctor in Lahore was paid Rs1 lakh to perform the procedure. Sannia further alleged that her baby still had a heartbeat when the procedure was carried out.

She claimed that she was sedated during the process and woke up to discover that her pregnancy had been terminated. Her account sparked strong reactions online, with many people expressing concern over the circumstances surrounding the alleged abortion.

The doctor named in the allegations has now addressed the matter through a video on her own YouTube channel. In her response, she did not deny performing the abortion. Instead, she disputed the suggestion that Sannia was forced to undergo the procedure.

The doctor said that she has built significant credibility through her professional career and wanted to clarify her side of the story. According to her account, Sannia was aware of and agreed to the abortion.

She claimed that the pregnancy had been unplanned and that Sannia wanted to travel for the World Cup, which was an important consideration at the time. The doctor maintained that both Sannia and Imad were on board with the decision to terminate the pregnancy.

The doctor also acknowledged that the couple appeared to have an unhappy or troubled marriage. However, she insisted that both parties were involved in the decision regarding the abortion and rejected the impression that the procedure had been carried out solely against Sannia’s wishes.

Her comments have now added another dimension to an already highly controversial dispute. While Sannia’s account focuses on alleged pressure and a lack of consent, the doctor’s version presents a different picture, claiming that Sannia had agreed to the procedure.

The conflicting accounts have triggered intense discussion on social media. Many users have questioned the circumstances surrounding the abortion and debated the ethical and legal issues involved.

One social media user criticized the doctor, writing, “You still killed a baby. Does not matter whether Sannia was on board or not.”

Another commenter raised questions about the legality of abortion in Pakistan, stating, “It is illegal in Pakistan to perform an abortion even if the couple is willing.”

A third person took a harsher stance toward the medical professional, commenting, “Only bad doctors perform abortions in Pakistan.”

The reactions demonstrate how emotionally charged the controversy has become. While some people are focusing on Sannia’s original allegations, others are questioning the doctor’s explanation and the broader legal and ethical questions surrounding abortion.

For now, the public is hearing two conflicting versions of the events. Sannia has described the experience as something she was pressured into, while the doctor insists that she agreed to the procedure. Neither account has independently established all the circumstances surrounding the case, leaving the controversy open to further discussion.