The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Director of AIIMS Jammu to constitute a special medical team to examine former High Court Bar Association, Kashmir (KCBA) President Mian Abdul Qayoom, who is facing prosecution under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
A Bench of Justices MM Sundresh and N K Singh made it clear that it was not inclined to interfere with the case on merits. However, considering the medical concerns raised on behalf of the 77-year-old petitioner, the Court limited its consideration to his health condition.
During the hearing, the Additional Solicitor General submitted that Qayoom has been periodically examined and is receiving appropriate treatment at the Government Medical College, Jammu. It was argued that his health condition is stable and that necessary medical care is being provided as required.
Senior Advocate S. Muralidhar, appearing for Qayoom, informed the Court that the petitioner has a single kidney and a heart pacemaker, urging the Bench to consider palliative care in view of his age and medical history.
In its order, the Court clarified that it would not grant any relief on merits. For the limited purpose of assessing his medical condition, it directed AIIMS Jammu to constitute a special medical team to examine him.
The medical board has been asked to assess the need for palliative care and to indicate the facilities available in Jammu. The report must also state whether there is any necessity to transfer the petitioner to Delhi for further treatment.
The Court has directed that the medical report be filed within three weeks. The matter is scheduled for further hearing on March 24.
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