It has been learnt with serious concerns that Pakistan is one of the leading countries in terms of viewing pornographic content, which is highly alarming, especially in light of its negative impact on public morality and well-being of our society. Despite the proactive measures being taken by PTA to block such content in line with Supreme Court orders (January 2016, May 2016, March 2018). It has been observed that pornographic and blasphemous material is still readily available on multiple online platforms.

It is important to note that PTA has made significant effort to curb this issue by blocking the accessibility of such content; however, said material is still accessible that violates our cultural and religious values. The widespread availability of such content undermines efforts to protect citizens particularly young people from exposure to harmful material.

It also raises serious concerns regarding adherence to the directives of the Supreme Court and authority’s abilities to effectively enforce the content regulation.

Given the sensitivity of the issue, PTA is once again requested to take all necessary and available technical measures to block and restrict access to pornographic and blasphemous and other harmful online content at the earliest timeframe.