Farhan Ghani, Brother of Sindh Minister, Remanded in Assault and Terrorism Case
Karachi, August 25, 2025 — Chanesar Town Chairman Farhan Ghani, sibling of Sindh’s Local Government Minister Saeed Ghani, has been placed in police custody until August 28. He faces serious charges—including assault, attempted murder, and terrorism—related to an alleged attack on a government employee.
FIR Filed After Alleged Assault Over Roadwork
An FIR was lodged on August 22 by government official Hafiz Sohail, who was overseeing fiber-optic cable work along Sharea Faisal. Sohail accuses Farhan and several associates of stopping his work, demanding to see a No Objection Certificate (NOC), and resorting to violence—claiming he was dragged, threatened, and beaten before being rescued by police. The FIR includes charges of rioting, criminal intimidation, and invokes Section 7 of the Anti-Terrorism Act.
Surrender and Legal Proceedings
Following the complaint, Farhan surrendered to authorities, receiving a one-day transit remand. The case has now entered the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC), where he has been remanded in custody until August 28. The court has instructed police to present updates and findings in the next hearing.
Ghani Denies Allegations, Family Offers Reassurance
Farhan Ghani has denied all allegations, stating he merely asked workers for proper documentation and did not engage in any assault. His brother, Minister Saeed Ghani, emphasized that the matter is strictly legal—not political—and expressed confidence that justice will prevail.
Why This Matters
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Involves high-profile individuals and raises pressing questions about the enforcement of law regardless of status.
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Transparency in legal processes is essential for public trust, especially in sensitive cases invoking terrorism laws.