Shireen Mazari, a Former Government minister, is claiming her daughter, Imaan Mazari, and her son-in-law were tortured while in custody!

Claims of custodial torture in Pakistan are back in the news after Shireen Mazari, a former government minister and well-known political figure, said that state authorities abused her daughter Imaan Mazari, a respected human rights lawyer, and her son-in-law Hadi Chattha while they were detained. She shared her accusations in an emotional post on X, and it’s sparked a lot of discussion, worry, and criticism from politicians and regular folks.

Mazari’s words weren’t just political talk. It was a mom’s desperate plea, making people wonder about justice, fair treatment, and human rights in the country.

Serious Claims of Basic Rights Being Ignored

Shireen Mazari said in her post that both Imaan and Hadi told her what she had feared: that they were not given food or water and were being physically and mentally tortured while locked up. She says it’s a clear violation of prisoners’ rights and warned that if they aren’t stopped, it could be deadly.

She even used the word Yazidiyat, a strong historical term for oppression, to stress how bad things are and how much it’s affecting her family.

Is the Court Doing Enough?

Mazari also called out the court dealings related to the case, seeming to ask if the courts are doing enough to protect the rights of those detained. While she didn’t say the system is broken, she hinted that she’s losing trust in the ways we’re supposed to prevent abuse.

Law experts say that Pakistan’s laws and international human rights agreements promise that people in custody get food, water, medical help, and protection from torture – and these rights can’t be taken away, no matter what.

The Public and Legal Folks React

The claims have shocked the legal and human rights communities in Pakistan. Activists say that the way Imaan Mazari has been treated – since she fights for civil rights herself – shows a growing problem of not accepting different views.

A lot of people see this case as a symbol of a bigger fight, where it’s getting harder to tell the difference between law enforcement and going after people for their politics. Social media is full of people demanding transparency, fair investigations, and immediate medical care for Imaan and Hadi.

A Big Human Rights Test for Pakistan

Whether the accusations are right or wrong, they’ve put custodial torture in Pakistan in the spotlight again. International groups have been telling Pakistan to make custodial abuse a crime and hold people accountable, but cases like this keep popping up way too often.

When the government stays quiet or takes too long to respond, it makes people trust them even less. It reinforces the idea that justice is only for some, not everyone.

Why This Case Is Important

This isn’t just about a political family or a big arrest. It’s a crucial moment for Pakistan’s promise to follow the law. How the government reacts – with openness, investigation, or denial – will affect trust at home and how the world sees Pakistan.

As pressure increases, many think the government needs to act fast to make sure those detained are safe, protect their legal rights, and show that everyone is equal under the law, no exceptions.

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