SHC extends interim bail of MQM leader Waseem Akhtar

KARACHI: The SIndh High Court on Monday extended the interim bail of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) nominee for Karachi mayor Waseem Akhtar in two case until February 1.

The MQM leader appeared before the court today to seek extension in his interim bail in the two cases registered against him at SITE and Sohrab Goth police stations. The cases were lodged against Akhtar for allegedly making provocative speeches and berating national institutions.

The MQM leader is currently facing 20 separate cases at different police stations of Karachi.

Speaking to reporters outside the court, Akhtar held the Sindh government responsible for the current state of affairs in the province particularly in Karachi.