Adviser to the prime minister, Rana Sanaullah said the sons of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan will be permitted to enter Pakistan, provided they meet legal requirements.
In an exclusive appearance on Samaa TV programme "Nadeem Malik Live", Sanaullah expressed support for the participation of Imran Khan’s sons in national politics. He affirmed that they have the right to continue their father’s political legacy.
He said, "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 if they intend to meet their father, the law grants them that right. However, should they wish to lead a political movement, it must remain peaceful. ‘If the movement turns violent, they will have to face the law,’ he said.
He added that, in his view, it is unlikely they will come to Pakistan. If they do, they may visit their father but will not engage in political activity.
Addressing the issue of recent heavy rainfall, Rana Sanaullah urged the formation of a five-to ten-year plan. He added that the expansion of urban areas necessitates a strategic approach by the Planning Division. "I will speak with Ahsan Iqbal. Even developed countries face disasters such as flooding. Our region does not experience frequent natural disasters, but the past three days have seen unusually heavy rain," he said.
He emphasised the need for drainage infrastructure in downstream settlements and acknowledged that similar weather patterns may recur annually.
Sanaullah praised Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for personally monitoring the situation, adding that other provinces were also taking precautionary steps. He called on the Clean Punjab initiative to coordinate with WASA and other institutions. The prime minister visited the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) earlier in the day and issued instructions accordingly.
On the political front, Rana Sanaullah clarified that no negotiations are taking place between the PTI or the Pakistan Muslim League–Nawaz (PML-N). "The prime minister had extended invitations for dialogue on three occasions, but the opposition failed to respond positively," he stated.
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.
