Azam Khan Seeks Extension on Fine Payment in Dual PAN Card Case Involving Son

Incarcerated Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan has requested additional time from a court to pay a Rs 10,000 fine related to his son Abdullah Azam Khan's dual PAN card case. The court has scheduled the next hearing for September 18, despite the defence's plea for a two-week extension.

Incarcerated Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan has sought additional time to pay a Rs 10,000 fine in a case related to his son Abdullah Azam Khan's dual PAN cards, revealed his lawyer on Monday.

Khan, a former senior cabinet minister in Uttar Pradesh, is currently imprisoned in Sitapur and facing multiple legal proceedings. The dual PAN card issue is being heard in the MP-MLA court of the Special Judicial Magistrate in Rampur.

Senior Prosecution Officer Amarnath Tiwari stated that witness testimonies have concluded, and the court rejected a defence plea to recall a witness on September 9, imposing the fine for perceived delay tactics. The defence, citing difficulties in prompt payment, requested more time. The court has rescheduled the matter for September 18.

(With inputs from agencies.)