A tense incident occurred outside Adiala Jail during a media talk by Alima Khan, sister of PTI founder Imran Khan, when party workers clashed with journalists asking questions. The situation quickly escalated, resulting in physical scuffles and verbal abuse directed at the reporters covering the event.
Journalists said the trouble began when a reporter posed a question during Alima Khan’s media briefing. PTI supporters immediately confronted the reporters, leading to shoving, pushing, and harsh language. Several journalists reported being physically harassed while trying to perform their duties.
In response to the aggressive behavior of the PTI workers, journalists decided to boycott Alima Khan’s media talk. They refused to cover the rest of the briefing in protest, demanding safety and respect for press freedom.
The boycott angered some PTI supporters, who further attacked the protesting journalists. Several reporters were pushed, while others faced continued verbal abuse, heightening tensions outside the jail premises as the situation grew chaotic.
Authorities at the scene urged calm, but the clashes lasted several minutes. Journalists stressed that the incident violated basic professional rights and highlighted growing concerns over press intimidation during political events in the country.
Media representatives condemned the actions of the PTI workers and called for accountability. They urged political parties to ensure journalists’ safety while performing their duties, emphasizing that physical attacks and verbal abuse against reporters are unacceptable in a democratic society.