Overview
- Chief Justice Aalia Neelum restored Khan’s 2023 writ that had been dismissed for non‑prosecution before referring it to a division bench.
- The ATC‑related bench led by Justice Syed Shahbaz Ali Rizvi will hear the matter on December 4.
- A government law officer told the court that 107 cases tied to the May 9 violence remain pending against the PTI founder.
- During proceedings, the chief justice rebuked lawyers over missed appearances and media misreporting, and addressed complaints about cause‑list omissions.
- Separately, the Islamabad High Court’s visitation protocols for Khan at Adiala Jail are being enforced, including a twice‑weekly schedule and limits on post‑meeting media statements.