Social media user ‘involved’ in campaign against CJ Isa nabbed

The JIT’s mandate includes investigating the dissemination of false information, printing of fake ballot papers, and propaganda.

Social media user ‘involved’ in campaign against CJ Isa nabbed. In a resolute response to threats made against Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa on social media, authorities have swiftly apprehended a suspect identified as Abdul Wasay, a resident of Rawalpindi. The suspect stands accused of running a threatening campaign against the Chief Justice, aimed at tarnishing his image.

Government sources have assured that further individuals involved in the malicious campaign will be identified, and legal action will be taken against them. This decisive action underscores the commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring the safety and integrity of the judiciary.

Moreover, the government has established a Joint Investigation Team (JIT) to probe defamatory campaigns targeting Supreme Court judges, the Election Commission of Pakistan, and government officials on social media platforms. Led by the FIA Cybercrime Wing’s additional director general, the JIT comprises representatives from various law enforcement and intelligence agencies, as well as IT experts.

The JIT’s mandate includes investigating the dissemination of false information, printing of fake ballot papers, and propaganda aimed at influencing public sentiment. Within 15 days, the JIT will submit a preliminary report to the Interior Ministry, detailing its findings and recommendations for preventing such incidents in the future.

Government spokespersons have emphasized a zero-tolerance approach towards malicious activities aimed at undermining the democratic process. They have affirmed that those found responsible for disseminating false information and engaging in malicious campaigns will face swift and decisive action.

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Collaborating with IT experts, the JIT will gather evidence and register cases against individuals involved in wrongdoing. The government remains committed to safeguarding the integrity of its institutions and ensuring accountability for those who seek to undermine them.

Amidst these efforts, there is a clear message: threats and malicious activities targeting judicial and governmental authorities will not be tolerated, and those responsible will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.