Journalists protest ban on entry to Punjab Assembly
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 2 April 2022
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In Lahore, journalists protested against a ban on their entry to the Punjab Assembly, viewing it as an infringement on press freedom. The demonstration was sparked by an incident involving Punjab Assembly member Yasir Humayun, who pushed protesters as they voiced their concerns.Summary
LAHORE—Journalists here protested against the decision to ban their entry to Punjab Assembly during the session and termed it an attack on press freedom.
Reportedly, Punjab Assembly member Yasir Humayun shoved journalists protesting for not being allowed to enter. In several video clips viral on social media, the former provincial minister is seen pushing journalists.
They were protesting against the restrictions on journalists in the Punjab Assembly.
Federal Minister Shafqat Mehmood wanted to hold a media talk, but the mic was taken away from him. The Press Gallery, a representative body of journalists covering the Punjab Assembly, has announced that the protest will continue till the ban on entry of reporters is lifted.
Key Points
- Journalists protested the entry ban at Punjab Assembly.
- Yasir Humayun was involved in an altercation with journalists.
- Federal Minister Shafqat Mehmood's media talk disrupted.
- The protest will persist until the ban is lifted.
- Video clips of the incident circulated widely on social media.
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