Classical dancer, social activist and founder of the cultural action group Tehrik-i-Niswan Sheema Kermani was “ejected” from a programme held at the British Deputy High Commission here after she raised a slogan in favour of the people of Gaza.

Kermani told Dawn that the event was held to celebrate the birthday of King Charles III on Friday and when they were making speeches and sending felicitations to Britain, she raised the slogan “Ceasefire Now”.

This prompted security personnel to come closer to her and try to force her out of their premises.

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