Pakistan's Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial has expressed concerns over the trial court's judgment in the Toshakhana corruption case against Prime Minister Imran Khan. The Supreme Court has decided to wait for the Islamabad High Court's order on Khan's appeal before intervening in the case. In August, a trial court found Khan guilty of corrupt practices for concealing details of state gifts and sentenced him to three years in prison. The verdict also resulted in his disqualification from contesting general elections for five years. Khan subsequently appealed against his conviction and sentence to the Islamabad High Court.

During the hearing, the Supreme Court heard arguments from Khan's lawyer, Latif Khosa, and the Election Commission of Pakistan's counsel, Amjad Pervaiz. Chief Justice Bandial stated that there were prima facie shortcomings in the trial court's verdict and that the court would review the proceedings after the IHC hearing the following day. The Toshakhana case was initiated last year based on a complaint from the Election Commission of Pakistan, which had previously disqualified Khan in the same case. The allegations against Khan claim that he deliberately concealed details of the gifts he received from the Toshakhana during his time as prime minister and allegedly profited from their reported sales.

According to reports, Khan received 58 gifts worth more than ₹140 million during his tenure and retained all of them either by paying a minimal amount or without any payment. Toshakhana rules require individuals to report gifts and materials received to the Cabinet Division. During the Supreme Court hearing, questions were raised about the trial court's judgment and its failure to record witness statements. The court requested the Islamabad High Court to consider Khan's contentions regarding the trial court's jurisdiction, maintainability of the complaint, and the transfer of judges.

The case has been adjourned until the following day. Chief Justice Bandial's observation highlights the judiciary's concerns regarding the trial court's decision. The Supreme Court's decision to await the IHC's order reflects a cautious approach to ensure a fair and just resolution in the Toshakhana corruption case against Prime Minister Khan.