Weather today Islamabad: Rain Disrupts Traffic Amidst PTI Leaders' Court Cases
The PTI's legal woes are likely to continue, with several cases still pending in court, while the city of Islamabad works to recover from the recent rainfall and its effects on traffic and daily life.
Heavy rainfall in Islamabad has caused traffic disruptions due to stagnant rainwater and mud accumulation at the 10th Avenue underpass, while PTI leaders face ongoing court cases related to last year's violent protests.
The antiterrorism court in Lahore granted post-arrest bail to Shah Mahmood Qureshi, PTI Vice Chairman, in the Shadman arson case, ordering him to submit surety bonds. However, his immediate release is unlikely due to other ongoing cases related to the May 9 protests. Qureshi was accused of inciting violence, arson, and attacks on public property in the case filed at Shadman Police Station.
In a separate development, a court in Islamabad acquitted several senior PTI leaders, including Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan and Opposition Leader Omar Ayub, in two protest-related cases from 2024. The acquittals and bail grants come as the PTI faces ongoing investigations and legal challenges over its role in last year's violent protests.
As the PTI leaders navigate the complex legal landscape, the people of Islamabad continue to face challenges posed by the weather, with the city's infrastructure struggling to cope with the heavy rainfall. The situation highlights the need for improved urban planning and disaster management to mitigate the impact of such events.