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In a recent development, the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) clarified to the Lahore High Court that there is no longer a ban on broadcasting former Prime Minister Imran Khan's speeches. This revelation came during the hearing of a petition filed by Imran, who had challenged Pemra's decision to prohibit satellite TV channels from airing his speeches and press talks.
The initial ban was imposed swiftly after Imran criticized former army chief Qamar Javed Bajwa, accusing him of shielding current rulers in alleged corruption cases. Imran argued that Pemra's ban was fueled by vengeance, leading to a legal battle that spanned eight hearings.
During the recent court session, Justice Shams Mehmood Mirza stressed that Pemra should refrain from pressuring TV channels on the concerns raised by the petitioner. Surprisingly, Pemra's counsel, Haroon Duggal, stated unequivocally that there is no existing ban on broadcasting Imran Khan's speeches.
This resolution brings an end to the clash between Imran and Pemra. The initial prohibition order cited Imran's speeches as containing baseless allegations and hate speech against state institutions, potentially disrupting law and order. Pemra had directed TV channels to establish impartial editorial boards to prevent contemptuous remarks.
Imran challenged the ban, arguing that it exceeded Pemra's jurisdiction and violated constitutional rights. He highlighted a precedent where a similar prohibition order was set aside by the Islamabad High Court in the past.
The court's recent decision seems to signal a resolution to this legal tussle. The lifting of the ban on Imran Khan's speeches marks a significant development, emphasizing the importance of upholding constitutional rights in media regulation.
In essence, this legal saga underscores the delicate balance between freedom of speech and maintaining public order, with the latest court proceedings bringing clarity to the broadcasting landscape in Pakistan.
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