Lahore [Pakistan], June 6 (ANI): A resolution has been submitted in the Punjab provincial Assembly in Pakistan, condemning attacks on journalists and rights activists in the country.
Jugnoo Mohsin also spoke about the recent attacks on Absar Alam and Asad Ali Toor and banning Hamid Mir’s show. AFP/File
LAHORE: A resolution was submitted to the Punjab Assembly on Friday condemning attacks on journalists and rights activists in the country.
The resolution was submitted by independent MPA Jugnoo Mohsin.
Ms Mohsin drew the attention of the state towards growing incidents of torture and murder of journalists.
Speaking on the floor of the House, she revisited the history of violence against the media persons.
“What is happening to journalists and rights activists here is nothing new. We have fought long and hard for whatever little freedom we enjoy,” she said.
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