HRCP Condemns Social Media Assault on Chief Justice Isa

News Desk

Islamabad: The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) condemned the persistent social media onslaught targeting Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa.

In a tweet on Thursday, it said this campaign revolves around a verdict that, despite assertions from detractors, safeguards the constitutional rights of religious minorities to exercise their faith without hindrance.

HRCP is deeply concerned by the ongoing campaign on social media that has targeted Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa for a judgment that – contrary to what his detractors have alleged – protects the constitutional right of all religious minorities to freedom of religion or belief. The…

— Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (@HRCP87) February 22, 2024

HRCP said it is imperative for the government to take measures to prevent the exploitation of such allegations, recognizing the potential risks involved.

Those political figures and media factions responsible for this campaign must be urged to exercise restraint.