LHC approves Imran's protective bail in eight cases till March 24.

The Lahore High Court (LHC) approved on Friday protective bails of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan in eight cases related to terrorism till March 24

During his appearance before the court, Mr. Khan stated, "Things were out of my control. I want to express my gratitude to the court."

Justice Tariq Saleem Shiekh said, "Khan Sahab, many of the problems will be sorted out, if you follow the system.

"94 cases have been registered against me. I believe in the supremacy of the law," added Mr. Khan.

After days of fever pitch activities surrounding Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman Imran Khan, he finally appeared in the court of Justice Tariq Saleem Sheikh of the Lahore High Court to seek protective bail in nine cases registered against him.

The city witnessed unprecedented scenes on Friday evening as a large number of people, many of them alleged to be armed with rods and batons, accompanied Imran Khan's bullet-proof vehicle to the LHC where his vehicle was allowed entry.

Strict security arrangements have been put in place as an additional police force has also reached the Lahore High Court.

Before leaving Zaman Park, Mr Khan told his supporters, "Allah Almighty helps those who stand by truth. I would like to thank Almighty Allah who gave me plenty of respect. It is a matter of great happiness that the PTI workers are standing by truth."

The LHC had summoned Mr Khan at 4:30pm. In this regard, the LHC had ordered the Punjab IGP to provide Mr Khan the facility for his appearance before the court.

Earlier, PTI leader Fawad Chaudhry confirmed that Mr Khan would appear in court at 2pm. He said the former premier had submitted a petition for protective bail in nine cases registered against him.

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