Over Illness
Islamabad
The District and Sessions Courts Islamabad granted exemption from appearing in court to Iman Mazari in a controversial tweet case due to illness.
The hearing in the case against Iman Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatha was presided over by Additional District and Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka. Hadi Ali Chatha appeared in court, while Iman Mazari was absent. During the proceedings, Hadi Ali Chatha informed the court that Iman Mazari was suffering from a fever of 104°F and could not attend.
He added that he too was unwell but had come to court to avoid any perception of making excuses.
Judge Majoka directed that a formal exemption request be filed for Iman Mazari. After the submission of the written request, the court approved it. The hearing was then adjourned and rescheduled for January 14.
The case was filed by the National Counter Terrorism Authority (NCTIA) against Iman Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatha over the controversial tweets.
