In Pakistan, voices are being raised continuously to give security to the citizens and protect their rights. In the midst of unstable governments, economic crisis and rising unemployment, incidents of atrocities on women and children are increasing there. The situation of security is that a declaration of “emergency” has been made in the Punjab province. According to Pakistani media, there has been a rapid increase in cases of sexual abuse against women and children in the state.
Punjab Home Minister Atta Tarar had said on Sunday that the administration was forced to “declare an emergency to deal with rape cases”. The minister said that the rapid increase in cases of sexual abuse against women and children in the province is a serious issue for the society and government officials.
Speaking to the media at the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) headquarters, Atta Tarar said, “Four to five rape cases are being reported in Punjab every day, due to which the government is dealing with cases of sexual harassment, abuse and coercion. considering special measures for
The minister stressed in the presence of Law Minister Malik Muhammad Ahmed Khan that all cases would be reviewed by the Cabinet Committee on Rape and Law and Order, and also urged civil society, women’s rights organisations, teachers and lawyers to put a stop to such incidents. will be consulted.
Tarar also urged parents to teach their children about the importance of safety and that children should not be left alone in their homes without supervision. Tarar said the accused have been detained in several cases, the government has launched an anti-rape campaign and students will be made aware of sexual harassment in schools.
The Home Minister also said that the role of the Punjab Forensic Science Agency would be rectified for DNA sampling on a fast track basis. Replying to a question, the Minister also expressed regret that taking drugs has become a fashion in good schools and colleges, which is increasing the crime graph.