PTA and Federal Investigation Agency’s Cyber Crimes Wing (FIA-Cyber Crimes) have joined forces to establish a faster system for tackling blasphemous content online.
A public notice from PTA details the creation of specialized blasphemy cells within FIA cybercrime police stations across the country. These dedicated units will work swiftly on cases flagged by the PTA, utilizing advanced technology to track down and apprehend those spreading blasphemous material.
PTA expressed concerns in the notice about the alleged use of social media by “atheists and miscreants” to target the youth and undermine religious values. The agency highlighted a perceived coordinated effort to spread offensive content aimed at religious figures, holy texts, and national symbols. This, according to PTA, could destabilize the country and incite unrest.
The notice emphasizes the seriousness of these acts, which are punishable under Pakistani law. Parents are urged to monitor their children’s online activity closely to prevent them from unwittingly engaging with or sharing such content, which could have severe legal repercussions.
PTA also stressed the importance of collective action. Scholars, lawyers, educators, and society at large are encouraged to raise awareness about the gravity of blasphemy.
Public vigilance is a key aspect of the new initiative. The notice encourages citizens to report any offensive content to PTA for swift action. Dedicated blasphemy cells within FIA stations will ensure rapid investigation and prosecution of perpetrators, utilizing advanced technology for tracing and holding them accountable.
