March 27, 2023
Amnesty International slams PEMRA’s blanket ban on rally coverage
ISLAMABAD: Amnesty International slammed Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) ‘s blanket ban on rally coverage. In a tweet, Amnesty International said, “PEMRA’s blanket ban on coverage of rallies and public gatherings is a disturbing demonstration of how authorities continue to threaten press freedom.” They also urge PEMRA to immediately reverse this decision. Earlier, Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) today banned live and recorded coverage of all rallies, public gatherings in Islamabad. A ban notification was issued by PEMRA for one day. According to the notification, live or recorded coverage of the protest rally or public gathering cannot be


