LAHORE: A mob of around 200 women belonging to a certain community attacked the residence of Azad Mehdi, author of the novel Peru, in Shahdara area on Tuesday. The novelist faced harassment and threats from women after she objected to the allegedly obscene content in his book.
Mehdi revealed to The News that women were upset by the novel’s language, which they considered offensive, especially against women. “I deeply regret the pain caused by my work and I am ready to apologize publicly. I have also decided to withdraw all copies of the novel Peru from the market,” Mehdi said. said SP City Ali Raza claimed that swift police action prevented Mehdi and his family from further harm, saying, “The situation is under control, and we will not allow anyone to harm him. will.”
Meanwhile, the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has expressed deep concern over the attack. HRCP said in a press release, “Mahdi’s wife and daughter are surrounded by angry mobs, deprived of access to food and basic necessities. We call on the Lahore Police to provide protection to the family and bring the perpetrators to justice.” Brought to justice.”