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Govt Vows to Track Down Culprits Behind Uzma Bukhari Deepfake Video: Shaza Fatima Khawaja
Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja pledges to find and punish those responsible for the Uzma Bukhari deepfake video. She condemned PTI's alleged role in the scandal and vowed to uphold women's dignity and safety.
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by News Desk
2024-07-26
Govt Vows to Track Down Culprits Behind Uzma Bukhari Deepfake Video: Shaza Fatima Khawaja

Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, has promised that the government will pursue and apprehend every individual involved in the creation and dissemination of the deepfake video targeting Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) leader Uzma Bukhari.

 

Key Points from the Press Conference

Government Action: Addressing a press conference with other prominent PML-N women leaders, Khawaja assured that the government is committed to tracking down all perpetrators behind the leaked deepfake video. She confirmed that the original video and related information have been secured and that the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) would be handling the case with urgency and thoroughness.

 

Social Media Response: Khawaja expressed gratitude to social media platforms for promptly removing the offensive video. She vowed that the government would ensure that all individuals involved in this malicious act would face exemplary punishment.

 

Accusations Against PTI: The minister accused the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) of orchestrating a “reprehensible” act by using deepfake technology against Uzma Bukhari. She described this as part of a deliberate conspiracy, reflecting poorly on the true nature of the PTI.

 

Support for Uzma Bukhari: Khawaja praised Uzma Bukhari for her courage and her role in effectively advocating for the government's position. She condemned the defamation and character assassination of women politicians and emphasized that such actions would not be tolerated.

 

Criticism of PTI: The minister criticized PTI leaders and workers for allegedly using abusive language against women politicians and for engaging in negative propaganda and confrontational politics.

 

Future Actions and Policy

Empowerment of Women: Khawaja reiterated the PML-N government's commitment to women's empowerment, noting past implementations of women's quotas and future plans to continue such initiatives.

 

Prime Minister’s Directives: She revealed that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had directed law enforcement agencies, including the FIA, and the Ministries of Interior and IT to take strict actions against those targeting and defaming women.

 

Call to Action

The government’s firm stance against the misuse of technology for defamation and harassment underscores its commitment to protecting women’s dignity and ensuring justice. The public and relevant authorities are encouraged to support the initiative and assist in upholding these values.

 

 
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