LAHORE: Punjab Ombudsperson Nabila Hakim Ali Khan paid a surprise visit to the King Edward Medical University following reports of harassment cases from the institution.

“The visit was prompted by the fact that five harassment cases from the university are currently under review,” an official press release said.

During her visit, the ombudsperson toured various departments to assess the implementation of anti-harassment measures.

She inquired about the display of the code of conduct and the formation of the anti-harassment committee.

Vice Chancellor Prof Mahmood Ayaz and Harassment Committee Chairperson Dr Nazish briefed her on the university’s efforts in this regard.

Ms Khan issued a stern warning to the university for failing to display the code of conduct at prominent places. She instructed the administration to prioritise resolving harassment cases and put up banners across the campus, raising awareness about the anti-harassment law.

A formal warning letter was also issued to the university for its non-compliance with the law.

Under the 2010 Harassment Act, any institution failing to display the anti-harassment code of conduct or form a harassment committee can face penalties imposed by the ombudsperson.

Published in Dawn, October 25th, 2024