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Lahore’s High Court finally gave permission to Aurat March on February 12th

The High Court of Lahore (LHC) has officially granted Aurat’s license to take place in the city on February 12, resolving a legal dispute that emerged earlier over the demonstration. The march, an annual event held to celebrate women’s rights and raise awareness of International Women’s Day on March 8, was initially treated with resistance by local authorities, but the court’s ruling paved the way for moving smoothly. The controversy began when Lahore’s Deputy Commissioner (DC) denied permission to march, reporting concerns about security and logistics. This led the organizers, including activists Leena Ghani, Neelum Hussain, Fatima Jan and Shireen