Altaf asks cable operators to open Geo News

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Altaf asks cable operators to open Geo News
KARACHI: Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) chief Altaf Hussain Thursday urged cable operators to open Geo News and other channels at the earliest as their punishment period is over.

Speaking to journalists via telephone at Karachi Press Club, Altaf Hussain said although the channels had served their punishments their transmission is still being blocked in many parts of the country.

Altaf said cable operators should not block channels due to pressure from any quarter and asked them to open Geo News forthwith.

“Closure of Geo News has not only affected its employees but also their families”, said MQM chief.

Altaf also lauded the sacrifices of media persons, saying that journalists rendered great sacrifices for the rights of masses. He added that they also faced jails for freedom of journalism, democracy and restoration of constitution.

The MQM chief further said that journalists were also playing their role towards dispensation of justice in the country.