Elements involved in May 9 attacks to be dealt with an iron hand: PM
Pakistan
Announces immediate work on restoration of building of Radio Pakistan, Peshawar
PESAWAR (Dunya News) – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Thursday those who were involved in ransacking, torching and other miscreant activities on May 9 would be dealt with an iron hand according to the law and the constitution.
He announced it while addressing a ceremony during his visit to Radio Pakistan, Peshawar. He announced immediate work for restoration of the historic building of Radio Pakistan which was set ablaze by the miscreants during violent incidents on 9th and 10th of May.
Minister for Information Marriyum Aurangzeb, federal ministers, the governor and the chief minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa besides other authorities were also present on this occasion.
The premier expressed his dismay over the loss of precious and historic archival record that was completely destroyed and torched by the violent mob.
Mr Sharif while lauding the bravery and national spirit of Radio Pakistan employees also distributed cheques of financial assistance to two staff members who bravely countered the violent mob that attacked the building. He said ransacking and arson of the Radio Pakistan building severely hurt the nation.
In her remarks, the information minister said the armed gangs attacked the Radio Pakistan building after complete planning. She said they torched the entire building and historic archival record despite the fact that the district administration and staff of the Radio Pakistan made their best efforts to stop them.
The minister said the armed groups would not be spared and strict action would be taken against them according to law.
