- Pakistani celebrities are speaking up for the safety of women.
- Harassment is now affecting those in traditional attire.
- Many actors are calling for stricter penalties for perpetrators.
The escalating lawlessness in Pakistan has left its citizens in a state of fear, with widespread harassment, violent crimes, and impunity for criminals becoming alarmingly common. Recent incidents have highlighted the severity of the situation, including the harassment of a girl in an Abaya by a man on a motorbike, witnessed by his child, and the horrific rape of a 5-year-old at Ganga Ram Hospital in Lahore. In another shocking event, a drunk woman named Natasha killed five people by ramming her car into them.
Pakistani celebrities are increasingly vocal about the deteriorating safety of women in the country. They express concern that while harassment has always been prevalent, it is now affecting even those in traditional attire. Celebrities emphasize that men often use women’s clothing as an excuse for harassment, noting, “Even women in abayas are being harassed in public.”
Many actors are calling for stricter penalties for perpetrators. They believe that harsh punishments are necessary for those who harass women in public spaces, workplaces, and recreational areas. The urgency for reform reflects growing frustration over the lack of justice and the need for effective measures to protect women.
Here’s what the celebrities had to say about the rising issue:
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