QUETTA:
The Balochistan Union of Journalists (BUJ) and the Quetta Press Club jointly organized a protest on Tuesday against the Pakistan Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Act, commonly known as the PECA Amendment Bill.
Journalists, along with members of civil society, gathered outside the Quetta Press Club, chanting slogans against the federal coalition government and condemning the bill. They called it a direct threat to freedom of expression and democratic principles.
Quetta Press Club President Khaliq Rind criticized the government for passing the legislation, describing it as an assault on press freedom.
“This law undermines democracy and suppresses the media. The journalist community is committed to resisting its enforcement with full strength,” he said.
Senior journalist Saleem Shahid also opposed the bill, arguing that it infringes on the fundamental right to free speech.
“I appeal to all political parties to unite against this undemocratic move by the federal government,” he urged.
Participants pledged to continue opposing the controversial law, which they believe jeopardizes democracy, media independence, and freedom of expression.
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