ISLAMABAD
Journalists walked out of the National Assembly proceeding on Monday to protest against the alleged misbehavior of a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader with senior journalist Aijaz Ahmed at Adiala Jail.
Speaking on the floor of the National Assembly, he condemned the incident, calling it “unfortunate”. He said that Aijaz Ahmed had reported to the Speaker’s office that PTI leader had used abusive language against him inside the jail. This forced reporters to boycott the day’s proceedings.
He also criticized an online campaign against the senior journalist in which threatening remarks were made. He said such actions could put lives at risk.
“This House must set an example of tolerance. Politics and civility go together, and disagreements should be resolved through dialogue, not abuse,” he said.
