The fight for justice for Aamna Arif and Imran Arif, victims of Natasha’s oppression, continues to gain momentum. A significant protest organized by Soch, Women, and the Human Rights Council of Pakistan took place at the Karachi Press Club, demanding accountability and justice.
On Thursday, Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori vowed to ensure a transparent investigation into the recent Karsaz accident. Earlier this week, an SUV driver fatally struck Imran Arif and his daughter, Aamna, in a tragic incident.
Governor Tessori visited the victims’ residence in Gulzar-i-Hijri, where he extended his condolences and promised a thorough investigation into the case. He emphasized the importance of judicial oversight and called on the Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court to personally supervise the proceedings.
Addressing the media, Governor Tessori assured the family of his full support and commitment to justice. He highlighted Aamna Arif’s credentials as a skilled IT professional employed at a leading software company and vowed that no one, regardless of their power or influence, would escape accountability.
Additionally, the governor offered to cover the cost of any legal expert the family may wish to hire and pledged to stay in close contact with them. He urged parents to ensure their children have proper licenses before driving, underscoring the gravity of the tragedy. Tessori also noted that public and media scrutiny would help ensure justice for the victims.
In a related development, Karachi University students held a demonstration on campus on Wednesday to demand justice for Aamna. Organized by the Islami Jamiat Talaba (IJT), the protest began at Point Terminal and concluded at Pharmacy Chowk. Participants carried banners with slogans such as “Stop the lies, punish the criminal” and “Justice for Amna Arif, now!”
The demonstration saw involvement from various figures, including Barrister Uzair Ghori, the victims’ lawyer; Qurat-ul-Ain from Soch Aurat Human Rights Council (SAHRC); Dr Alia Zahid Bhatti, a KU faculty member; and the IJT KU Nazim. Barrister Ghori provided updates on the court proceedings and urged students to persist in their advocacy for justice.
Qurat-ul-Ain, President of SAHRC, emphasized the fundamental right to personal and financial security, noting that students in Karachi often lack these protections. The students’ protest highlighted their demand for an immediate and fair trial, as well as improved campus security, particularly for female students.