Karachi, Pakistan (August 13, 2023) – Pakistani actress Srha Asghar has alleged that she was sexually harassed by a man named Asim. Asghar filed a police report against Asim on August 12, and he was arrested the following day.
A man who was accused of harassing Pakistani actress Srha Asghar has been released on bail due to lack of cooperation from the complainant.
Asghar said that she met Asim at a party in Karachi in July. Asim introduced himself as a businessman and offered to help Asghar with her career. Asghar said that she agreed to meet with Asim again to discuss her career, but he instead sexually harassed her.
Asghar said that she was able to escape from Asim and filed a police report the following day. Asim was arrested on August 13 and charged with sexual harassment. He is currently in police custody and is awaiting trial.
Asghar’s allegations have sparked outrage in Pakistan. Many people have taken to social media to express their support for Asghar and to condemn sexual harassment. The hashtag #IStandWithSrhaAsghar has been trending on Twitter in Pakistan.
This is not the first time that a Pakistani actress has been the victim of sexual harassment. In 2020, actress Meesha Shafi accused singer-songwriter Ali Zafar of sexual harassment. Zafar denied the allegations, but he was later charged with sexual harassment. The case is still ongoing.
Asghar’s allegations and the outrage that they have sparked are a reminder of the problem of sexual harassment in Pakistan. Sexual harassment is a serious crime that can have a devastating impact on victims. It is important to speak out against sexual harassment and to support victims.
Man Who Harassed Pakistani Actress Srha Asghar Released on Bail Due to Lack of Cooperation from Complainant
A man who was accused of harassing Pakistani actress Srha Asghar has been released on bail due to lack of cooperation from the complainant. The incident took place on August 1, when Asghar was returning from the market. She alleged that a man started following her and catcalling her. Her husband, Umar Murtaza, filed a First Information Report (FIR) against the suspect, Asim.
However, no lawyer appeared in court on behalf of the complainant, and Asghar herself did not show up for the hearing. As a result, the court ordered Asim’s release on bail.
The police said that they are still investigating the case and will file a case challan against Asim. However, it is unclear whether the case will proceed to trial, as the complainant does not seem to be interested in pursuing it.
This case highlights the challenges that women face when trying to report sexual harassment. In many cases, victims are reluctant to come forward because they fear retaliation or not being believed. This can make it difficult to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions.
It is important to remember that sexual harassment is a serious crime, and victims should not be afraid to report it. If you have been harassed, please contact the police or a local women’s rights organization. You are not alone.