LAHORE: Chairperson of Women Protection Authority and MPA Hina Pervaiz Butt has issued a strong warning against individuals involved in crimes targeting girls and children following the tragic Mantaha Zahra case.
In a video statement shared on social media, the Punjab lawmaker said authorities would show no leniency toward anyone found guilty of harming innocent children. She stressed that strict legal action remains the government’s policy in such cases.
According to Hina, the punishment awarded to the accused in the Sargodha case should serve as a clear warning to potential offenders. She said the case has set an important example and demonstrated the consequences of committing crimes against children.
Furthermore, she emphasized that Punjab’s stance on violence against girls is firm and uncompromising. She stated that no concessions, relaxation, or escape would be available for those involved in such offenses.
Hina described individuals who target children as a serious threat to society. Therefore, she argued that the law must deal with them strictly to ensure public safety and justice for victims.
The lawmaker also said that people responsible for abuse, violence, or exploitation of children do not deserve sympathy. Instead, she maintained that authorities should prosecute such individuals under the full force of the law.
Moreover, Hina highlighted the growing concern surrounding incidents of sexual abuse, violence, and the killing of women and children. She stressed that authorities cannot ignore or treat these cases lightly.
Accordingly, she called for continued vigilance and swift action whenever such incidents occur. She added that timely investigations and effective prosecution remain essential for protecting vulnerable members of society.
The legislator reaffirmed the government’s commitment to pursuing justice in cases involving crimes against children and women. She said law enforcement agencies would continue taking immediate action and ensure that those responsible face legal consequences.
Her remarks come amid renewed public concern over child safety and growing demands for stronger measures to prevent violence against children across the country.
