As of November 28, 2025, completely unproven rumors that former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been secretly murdered in Adiala Jail are sweeping the internet, started by obscure Baloch separatist and Afghan-linked accounts that offered no evidence at all. The panic exploded after Khan’s sisters were physically attacked and denied a court-ordered visit on November 26, leading to huge protests, tearful calls for “proof of life” from his son, and trending global hashtags. Jail officials, government ministers, and even senior PTI leaders have all strongly denied any death, insisting Khan is alive and well-cared-for, while blaming hostile foreign actors for the fake news. A family meeting is finally scheduled for today, protests have calmed down, and no credible source anywhere has confirmed harm, but the total blackout of recent photos or phone calls keeps the suspicion alive.
The Spark: How the Rumors Actually Started (in simple detail)
On the morning of November 26, an X account that calls itself “Ministry of Foreign Affairs Baluchistan” (a fake “government” run by Baloch rebels who want independence) posted: “Imran Khan has been killed by Asim Munir and ISI inside Punjab prisons.” They gave zero names, photos, or links—just angry words.
Within an hour, another low-follower account called “Afghanistan Times” repeated the same claim and added that the body was “smuggled out at night.” They attached a dramatic photo that turned out to be from Imran Khan’s 2022 shooting (three years old). These two posts were shared thousands of times, mixed with old videos, and suddenly, millions believed it was real news.
Family Outrage and the Jailhouse Drama (what really happened outside the prison)
Khan’s three sisters—Aleema Khan, Noreen Niazi, and Dr. Uzma—went to Adiala Jail on November 26 because a high court order says they can meet him twice a month. The jail staff refused to let them in. The sisters sat down on the road in protest. They say police officers grabbed Noreen by the hair, pushed Aleema to the ground, and hit the group with sticks. Videos of the scuffle went viral.
That same evening, thousands of PTI workers reached the jail, shouting and trying to break the gates. Police used tear gas and batons. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi came and sat all night outside the prison waiting for permission that never came.
Key Timeline (step-by-step so it’s easy to follow)
| Date & Time | What Happened (explained simply) |
|---|---|
| Nov 26, morning | Two unknown accounts post “Imran Khan murdered” with old photos |
| Nov 26, afternoon | Sisters reach jail → denied entry → sit-in → police push and drag them → videos go viral |
| Nov 26, night | Jail boss speaks to media: “Rumors are 100% fake, Imran Khan is perfectly healthy.” |
| Nov 27, morning | Family visit is supposed to happen today; everyone is waiting for confirmation that Khan is seen alive and well |
| Nov 27, afternoon | Government says it’s Afghan fake news; promises sisters can meet on Nov 28 |
| Nov 27–28 night | Protests slowly end after the promise; CM Afridi leaves |
| Nov 28 (today) | Family visit is supposed to happen today; everyone waiting for confirmation that Khan is seen alive and well |
Official Denials: What the Government and Jail Actually Said
- Jail Superintendent: “Imran Khan eats normal food, meets his lawyers, and doctors check him regularly.”
- Defence Minister Khawaja Asif (on TV): “He has a cooler, LED TV, exercise cycle, chicken dishes—better than many five-star hotels!”
- Information Ministry: “We traced the first posts to Afghan numbers; Indian channels made it big for TRP.”
- Even PTI leader Fawad Chaudhry said on India Today: “He is not dead; this is just revenge gossip between Pakistan and Afghanistan.”
Why People Still Worry (the real reason distrust is so high)
Since August 2023 (over 800 days), there has been no new photo or video of Imran Khan. No phone call to family in the last six weeks. He is kept in a tiny “death cell” meant for terrorists on death row. Human rights groups say keeping anyone alone that long is mental torture. When the government says “he is fine” but refuses to show even a 5-second video, many Pakistanis simply don’t believe them.
This Has Happened Before
May 2025 → Fake letter saying Khan was poisoned → turned out to be edited.
2022 → Real gun attack on his container; he was shot in the leg.
Every few months a new “Imran is dead/poisoned” rumor appears because people are angry and scared.
Final Simple Answer
Is Imran Khan dead?
No credible person, news channel, court, or family member who actually saw him has said he is dead. Every official statement today says he is alive and healthy.
But until the family meets him today (Nov 28) and preferably a new photo or video is released, some people will keep worrying—and new rumors will keep coming.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is Imran Khan really dead?
No. He is alive and safe in Adiala Jail. Jail officers, government, and PTI leaders have all confirmed this. The death news is 100% fake.
Who started the death rumors?
It started from two small, untrusted accounts on 26 November 2025 – one fake “Balochistan Ministry” on X and a website called Afghanistan Times.
Why did people believe the fake news?
They used old photos from 2022 and said they were new. Millions shared without checking because Imran Khan has not been seen in public for many months.
Has anyone from his family seen him recently?
Not yet in the last 6 weeks, but the jail has now allowed his sisters to meet him on 28 or 29 November 2025. A new photo is expected very soon.
Why were his sisters beaten outside the jail?
On 26 November, police stopped them from entering and pushed them. Videos are viral. The family says it was very rough treatment.
What did Imran Khan’s son say?
Qasim Khan posted on X: “My father is in a death cell, no calls, no visits. Please show proof he is alive.”
Will we get a new photo or video of Imran Khan soon?
Yes – after the family meeting in the next 1–2 days, new pictures are expected. This will end all rumors.
Has this kind of fake death news happened before?
Yes, many times – May 2025 (poisoning rumor), 2024, and 2023. Every time it was proven fake.
Why is Imran Khan in jail?
He has been in Adiala Jail since August 2023 because of more than 200 cases (corruption, protest cases, etc.). He says all cases are political.
What should I do if I see death posts on WhatsApp or TikTok?
Do not forward them. Tell people it is fake and share only trusted news links like Geo News, ARY, or Dawn.
