RAWALPINDI, Nov 5: Asif Zardari is not a prisoner but a hostage who has been deprived of human rights as well as the right of bail, said the PPP leaders on Monday.

They expressed these views at a seminar held at a local hotel. The meeting was largely attended by workers from twin cities.

The speakers said accusations against Zardari were mere propaganda. They called upon the government to set him free.