Protesters' bid to gatecrash Geo offices thwarted
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 30 April 2014
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A group of protesters attempted to infiltrate the offices of Geo Television in Lahore on Tuesday. The police intervened, blocking their access and diverting traffic.Summary
LAHORE: A crowd of protesters Tuesday attempted to gatecrash the offices of Geo Television in Lahore but police thwarted their bid.
According to reports, the protesters belonged to Sunni Tehreek, Sunni Ittehad Council, and Pakistan Awami Tehreek. They were protesting Geo's stance and allegations against the ISI in the aftermath of the attack on Geo presenter Hamid Mir. Eyewitnesses said the protesters came in trucks and vans and some on motorbikes. They blocked traffic and raised slogans against Geo.
The crowd tried to enter the premises but police resisted. The vehicles were diverted towards the Lahore Press Club.
The call for this protest was given by Tahaffuz e Namoos e Risalat.
Key Points
- Protesters gathered in large numbers near Geo Television offices.
- They were protesting against Geo's stance regarding ISI allegations.
- The crowd included members from multiple political and religious groups.
- Police successfully thwarted the attempt to enter the premises.
- Traffic was redirected towards the Lahore Press Club due to the protests.
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