PFUJ demands release of kidnapped journo

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 13 November 2013

The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists has raised concerns over the abduction of Sindh Express reporter Asghar Ali Thaheem. They are urging for his swift recovery and will address the issue with local authorities.

Summary

KARACHI: The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) has condemned the kidnapping of Sindh Express reporter Asghar Ali Thaheem in Larkana and demanded his recovery within 48 hours.

Asghar, of Dakhan Village, Shikarpur was abducted while heading home after admitting his father-in-law to a local hospital on November 7.

A PFUJ Press Release said the matter will be taken up with the Sindh Inspector General of Police, and the provincial and federal governments.

KEY POINTS:

• PFUJ demands the release of kidnapped journalist Asghar Ali Thaheem.
• He was abducted in Larkana while returning home from the hospital.
• The union has set a 48-hour deadline for his recovery.
• Authorities, including the Sindh IG, will be approached regarding the incident.
• The case highlights ongoing concerns about journalist safety in Pakistan.