Rawalpindi ADC Files Case Against Husband Over Alleged Abuse
Women Police Station Rawalpindi registered the case after ADC Headquarters Maliha Sahar alleged months of physical and psychological mistreatment, restricted movement and intimidation, with police now investigating the claims.
RAWALPINDI: Additional Deputy Commissioner (Headquarters) Rawalpindi Maliha Sahar has registered a case against her husband at the Women Police Station, alleging prolonged physical, psychological and emotional abuse, wrongful confinement and serious intimidation.
According to the FIR and multiple media reports reviewed by Islamabad Tribune, the case was registered under Sections 342 and 506 of the Pakistan Penal Code. Police have begun investigating the allegations.
Alleged Assault and Confinement
Maliha Sahar, who is a mother of two minor children, stated in her complaint that she had allegedly been subjected to mistreatment for several months. She claimed that she had previously remained silent in an effort to preserve her family but that the situation progressively became more serious.
According to the complaint, the matter allegedly escalated on the evening of October 2, 2026, when Sahar said her husband physically assaulted her, took away her mobile phone and confined her inside a room.
She further alleged that she was prevented from contacting members of her family, meeting her children and seeking assistance from police or other people who could help her.
The FIR states that the alleged restrictions continued through the night and into the following day. Sahar also alleged that she was repeatedly intimidated and that statements were made which caused her to fear for her own safety and that of her children.
ADC Seeks Protection, Legal Action
In her application to police, the ADC sought immediate protection and legal action. She also requested that her physical condition and any injuries be medically examined and documented and that relevant evidence connected with the alleged incident be preserved as part of the investigation.
The complaint further requests measures to prevent any alleged harassment, coercion or retaliation and asks that the children not be used as a means of exerting pressure on her.
Sahar currently serves as Additional Deputy Commissioner Headquarters Rawalpindi. Punjab government transfer and posting orders issued in August had moved her from ADC Municipal Services Rawalpindi to the Headquarters position.
Women Police Station Rawalpindi has registered the case and further investigation is underway. Reports on the case state that police are examining the allegations and available evidence.
No public response from the accused was located in the sources reviewed for this report at the time of publication.
The allegations contained in the FIR have not been judicially established. The accused is entitled to due process and the presumption of innocence unless and until proven guilty by a competent court.
