Journalists denied ‘Right to Information’ in Gilgit Baltistan

Feb 25, 2023

Gilgit Baltistan, 25 February, 2023: - The ‘expression of speech’ and ‘media freedom’ is still a dream of journalists and activists serving in Pakistan occupied Gilgit Baltistan. However, the ‘facade of democracy’ practiced in Pakistan for years now - seems to have developed cracks. Recently, the Gilgit Press Club held a roundtable discussion on ‘The Right to Information Act' and its applicability in Gilgit Baltistan. A number of journalists present at the event underlined the denial they receive from the government authorities against any general query they have regarding public policies or schemes.