Sindh Home Minister Demands Immediate Report on Media Vehicle Attack
Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar has taken strict notice of a disturbing attack on a vehicle belonging to Aaj News. The incident occurred near Numaish Chowrangi in Karachi on Sunday, raising serious concerns about the safety of media personnel and the prevailing law and order situation in the provincial capital.
Directives for Swift Police Action and Investigation
In response to the attack, Minister Lanjar has issued immediate instructions to the concerned authorities. He directed the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) for the East zone to provide a detailed briefing on the initial steps taken by the police following the incident. The minister emphasized that such acts of violence against the press are unacceptable and undermine societal peace.
Lanjar stated unequivocally that mischief-makers must be dealt with strictly and that no individual or group would be permitted to sabotage the hard-earned peace in the region. He stressed the importance of utilizing all available resources to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Crackdown Ordered Using Modern Surveillance Systems
The Home Minister outlined a clear strategy for the investigation, calling for the use of modern monitoring and surveillance systems to identify and arrest the culprits involved in the attack. He instructed the police force to further tighten their surveillance and monitoring efforts across the city to prevent such incidents in the future.
"We want peace and we value peace," Lanjar asserted, reinforcing the provincial government's commitment to maintaining a secure environment for all citizens, including members of the media who play a vital role in society.
The attack on the Aaj News vehicle near a major city intersection has sent shockwaves through the journalistic community, prompting calls for enhanced protection for media workers. The Sindh government's prompt notice and directives signal a high-level concern regarding the incident. The effectiveness of the police response and their ability to swiftly apprehend those responsible will be closely watched as a test of the state's resolve to protect its citizens and uphold the rule of law.
In a separate note of remembrance, the journalistic community also recalled veteran journalist Anwar Pirzado on his 18th death anniversary, highlighting the enduring legacy and sacrifices of media professionals in Pakistan.
