In the Sindh High Court, in the case of ban on broadcast of statements of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan on print and electronic media, a 2-member bench referred the matter to a single bench again, while the court upheld the ban on broadcast of the speech. Dismissed the appeal on the contrary application.
The Sindh High Court heard a case related to the ban on broadcasting statements of former Prime Minister Imran Khan on print and electronic media.
The court said that the final decision of this matter should be made in 6 weeks while the court disposed of the appeal on the petition against the ban on broadcasting of Imran Khan’s speech.
It should be remembered that the single member bench had suspended the ban notification on broadcasting the statements of PTI founder Imran Khan, PEMRA has filed an appeal against the decision of the single member bench before the two member bench.
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Pemra’s lawyer Manzar Bashir Advocate said that Pemra’s directives are within the law, not against anyone. Do not broadcast material inciting damage to property.
Barrister Ali Tahir said that the Chairman cannot issue such instructions without the approval of the Council of Complaints, banning the statements of founder PTI is a violation of the law, Hemra violated the law and illegally issued the ban notification. Whether, the notification dated 4th December 2023 issued by Pemra should be declared null and void.
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2024-09-06 16:57:34
Sindh High Court Upholds Ban on Broadcast of Imran Khan’s Statements
In a significant development, the Sindh High Court has referred the matter of banning the broadcast of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s statements on print and electronic media to a single bench again. The 2-member bench has upheld the ban on the broadcast of the speech, dismissing the appeal on the contrary application.
The court heard a petition related to the ban on broadcasting statements of the former Prime Minister Imran Khan on print and electronic media. The bench has directed that a final decision on the matter should be made within six weeks, disposing of the appeal on the petition against the ban on broadcasting Imran Khan’s speech.
It is pertinent to note that a single-member bench had previously suspended the ban notification on broadcasting the statements of PTI founder Imran Khan. However, the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) had filed an appeal against the decision of the single-member bench before the 2-member bench.
Background of the Case
The controversy surrounding the ban on Imran Khan’s statements began when PEMRA issued a notification prohibiting the broadcast of his speeches on print and electronic media. The notification was challenged in the Sindh High Court, which led to a series of hearings and appeals.
The PTI founder has been critical of the government and state institutions, which has led to a war of words between the party and the authorities. The ban on broadcasting his statements has been seen as a move to muzzle his freedom of speech and expression.
Significance of the Verdict
The Sindh High Court’s decision to uphold the ban on broadcasting Imran Khan’s statements has significant implications for the freedom of speech and expression in Pakistan. The verdict has sparked debate on the role of the judiciary in protecting the rights of citizens and the limits of free speech in the country.
The court’s decision also highlights the ongoing tensions between the government and the opposition, particularly the PTI, on issues related to freedom of speech and the media. The verdict is likely to have far-reaching implications for the media landscape in Pakistan and the role of the judiciary in protecting the rights of citizens.
What’s Next?
The case has been referred back to a single bench, which will now hear the matter and make a final decision within six weeks. The outcome of the case will depend on the specific arguments presented before the court and the legal framework governing the freedom of speech and expression in Pakistan.
The verdict has also sparked concerns about the impact of the ban on the media’s ability to report on matters of public interest and the implications for democratic discourse in the country.
Conclusion
The Sindh High Court’s decision to uphold the ban on broadcasting Imran Khan’s statements has significant implications for the freedom of speech and expression in Pakistan. The verdict has highlighted the ongoing tensions between the government and the opposition on issues related to the media and the role of the judiciary in protecting the rights of citizens. The outcome of the case will depend on the specific arguments presented before the court and the legal framework governing the freedom of speech and expression in Pakistan.
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