Punjab CM warns that those who assault helpless women will face the same fate

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Monday warned that anyone who raises a hand against a helpless woman would face the same treatment, saying women would have the right to stand up against their attackers.

Her remarks came after a video surfaced showing a man assaulting a female salesgirl at a lingerie shop in Kohinoor Plaza, Faisalabad. According to police, the incident occurred on November 8.

Police said the woman had asked the man to leave the shop, which was exclusively for women, and contact the business owner instead. The man reportedly became enraged, dragged her from behind the counter and threw her to the ground.

According to the police, the suspect has been arrested and legal proceedings have been initiated. Maryam Nawaz also shared footage of the incident, asserting that no influential or powerful individual would be allowed to intimidate or harm ordinary citizens.

In her complaint, the woman alleged that the shop owner had visited to collect rent and an argument broke out over the remaining payment and tax-related matters. She said the man threatened to slap her before physically assaulting and kicking her.

An FIR was registered at Madina Town police station under Sections 354 and 509 of the Pakistan Penal Code, relating to assault against a woman and acts intended to insult her modesty.