Rana Sanaullah, adviser to the Prime Minister, has stated that Imran Khan’s sons will be allowed to enter Pakistan, provided they fulfill all legal requirements. Speaking exclusively on Samaa TV’s “Nadeem Malik Live,” Sanaullah expressed his support for their participation in national politics, affirming their right to continue their father’s political legacy.
Sanaullah addressed past criticisms of hereditary politics, noting, “We have often been criticised by them for engaging in hereditary politics. Now they have the same right. They are British citizens and should apply for a Pakistani visa. If they comply with all legal requirements, they will not be stopped.” He clarified that the law grants them the right to meet their father. However, should they choose to lead a political movement, it must remain peaceful. He warned, “If the movement turns violent, they will have to face the law.” In his personal view, Sanaullah believes it’s unlikely they will come to Pakistan, and if they do, their visit will likely be limited to seeing their father, without engaging in political activity.
Addressing Heavy Rainfall and Disaster Preparedness
On the issue of recent heavy rainfall, Rana Sanaullah called for the development of a five- to ten-year plan and emphasized the need for a strategic approach by the Planning Division due to urban expansion. He mentioned his intention to speak with Ahsan Iqbal, acknowledging that even developed countries face disasters like flooding. He noted that while Pakistan’s region doesn’t frequently experience natural disasters, the past three days have seen unusually heavy rain. Sanaullah stressed the necessity of drainage infrastructure in downstream settlements and recognized that similar weather patterns may recur annually. He commended Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for her personal monitoring of the situation and noted that other provinces are also taking precautionary steps. He urged the “Clean Punjab” initiative to coordinate with WASA and other relevant institutions. Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister visited the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and issued relevant instructions.
Political Dialogue: No Negotiations Between PTI and PML-N
Regarding the political landscape, Rana Sanaullah clarified that no negotiations are currently underway between the PTI and the Pakistan Muslim League–Nawaz (PML-N). He stated, “The prime minister had extended invitations for dialogue on three occasions, but the opposition failed to respond positively.” He added that even during challenging political periods, the Prime Minister offered to meet the PTI leadership in the Speaker’s chamber and was willing to attend in person.
