Capital TV managers illegally detain staffer who demanded outstanding salary
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 26 October 2018
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Capital TV's management was accused of illegally detaining an NLE after he sought unpaid wages. The incident prompted police involvement and formal complaints.Summary
ISLAMABAD – The management of Capital TV illegally detained Saleem Abbas, an NLE accusing him of theft after he demanded four months of outstanding wages amounting to Rs120000.
Abbas called one of his colleagues to inform him about the incident. The word soon spread, and it led to the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists (RIUJ) and National Press Club calling up the police who had Abbas freed.
He has filed an application with the Shalimar Police Station against his illegal detention.
Hassan Daniyal, a former employee, has also submitted an application to the police accusing the Capital TV management of threatening him of dire consequences after he asked for his pending dues of Rs220000.
KEY POINTS:
- Saleem Abbas was detained after demanding Rs120000 in unpaid wages.
- RIUJ and National Press Club intervened, prompting police action.
- Abbas has filed a complaint with Shalimar Police Station.
- Former employee Hassan Daniyal also reported threats over pending dues.
- The incident highlights issues of wage disputes in media organizations.
