PHC extends Gandapur’s bail, halts potential arrests

PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has extended the bail of Ali Amin Gandapur, who is expected to assume the role of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister, until March 19. This decision, made on Tuesday, comes amidst ongoing legal proceedings against Gandapur, with the court instructing law enforcement not to arrest him during the investigations.

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The case was heard by Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim and Justice Waqar Ahmed, who addressed concerns raised by Gandapur’s legal team regarding the possibility of his arrest following his nomination as Chief Minister. The court responded by directing law enforcement agencies to refrain from apprehending Gandapur in relation to any ongoing investigations.

During the proceedings, the petitioner’s counsel expressed apprehension about potential arrests, particularly citing the presence of Punjab police in the region. In response, Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim questioned the jurisdiction of Punjab police in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and stressed the importance of clarity on such matters.

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The PHC has requested the government and relevant institutions to provide detailed responses in the next hearing, which has been adjourned until March 19. Meanwhile, Ali Amin Gandapur’s bail has been extended until that date, with the court seeking comprehensive information on the cases against him.