PFUJ condemns fake cases against journalists in Sindh

JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 27 April 2020

The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists has criticized the Sindh Police for filing false cases against journalists. They are demanding an inquiry into the harassment occurring in several districts.
Summary

ISLAMABAD—Pakistan Federal Union of Journalist (PFUJ) has strongly condemned the unwanted behavior of Sindh Police, particularly Khairpur and Kashmor, which is engaged in lodging fake, concocted and fabricated cases against Journalists of these districts.

PFUJ President Shahzada Zulfiqar, Vice President Lala Asad Pathan, and Secretary-General Nasir Zaidi, in a joint statement, urged the Sindh Government and IG to look into the situation where police are harassing working journalists in Gambat Panu Aqil and other areas.

They said Sindh police are initiating the cases at the behest of some politicians and powerful ministers, and the situation needs immediate probing.

Key Points

PFUJ condemns fake cases against journalists in Sindh.
Sindh Police accused of harassment and filing fabricated cases.
Joint statement issued by PFUJ leadership.
Urgent investigation requested into the situation.
Concerns raised over political influence on police actions.

Relevant Topics

PFUJ

Journalists

Sindh

Police

Fake Cases

Harassment

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