Why Quetta’s Journalists Are Standing Up Against PECA

The world celebrates Press Freedom Day, but in Quetta, journalists are fighting for their survival. They gathered outside the Press Club, not just to mark the day, but to protest against the PECA law — a law they call “black legislation” designed to crush dissent.

I believe this is a defining moment for Pakistan’s democracy. Over 50 journalists have lost their lives in Balochistan , and now, instead of protection, they face digital surveillance, abductions, and life sentences for online commentary . The government claims commitment to press freedom , but the reality — supported by groups like IFJ and PPF — tells a different story.

This fight is not just about journalists. It’s about your right to know the truth. When media is silenced, democracy suffocates. Read my detailed analysis on the Quetta protests and what it means for Pakistan’s future in my latest blog.