Attempted Abduction
Actor Nimra Khan, renowned for her role in the drama series Ehraam-e-Janoon, has publicly recounted a harrowing experience of an attempted abduction in Karachi.
In a deeply emotional video shared on her Instagram account, Khan provided a detailed account of the frightening incident, which occurred while she was waiting outside a hotel in Phase 8 of the Defence Housing Authority (DHA).
In her video, Khan described the unsettling moments when three men approached her with the intention of kidnapping her.
She was waiting for her car, which was parked outside the hotel, and was accompanied by her phones and bags while she waited for her family, who were caught in traffic. The incident took place on a rainy day, adding to the anxiety of the situation.
Khan recounted how the men surrounded her and attempted to abduct her, placing a “loaded gun” on her stomach during the ordeal. Overwhelmed with fear, she began shouting for help, but her cries went unheard.
Despite the presence of four security guards stationed nearby, no one responded to her pleas. She described the physical confrontation, stating that she was hit hard and had to push away a motorcycle before running for her life.
In a desperate move to escape, Khan dashed in front of a moving vehicle, where the passengers came to her aid. The hotel’s staff also intervened, rescuing her and providing a safe refuge. Throughout the video, Khan’s distress was palpable as she questioned the safety and security of women in the country.
“I am a proud Muslim, but as a Pakistani, I am left wondering what is happening to our safety,” Khan said tearfully. She expressed frustration over the lack of protection for ordinary citizens and questioned the country’s ability to ensure the safety of its people, particularly women.
Khan’s video also highlighted her disappointment with the state of national security, especially as the nation approaches August 14 celebrations.
She expressed her disillusionment with the idea of celebrating while common people, especially women, face threats to their safety.
“I am an actress and a taxpayer. I pay taxes for this country,” Khan said, expressing her frustration with the security situation. She questioned the value of her tax contributions if they did not translate into safety and protection.
“I could hire four guards to protect myself instead of wasting my money on taxes,” she added, underscoring her disillusionment with the system.
Nimra Khan’s candid account of her terrifying experience has sparked a broader discussion about the safety and security of individuals in Pakistan, raising serious concerns about the effectiveness of existing protective measures and the overall safety of women in the country.
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