Ombudsperson visits KEMU following harassment reports

LAHORE:Punjab Ombudsperson Nabila Hakim Ali visited 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. 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 Mehmood Ayaz and Chairperson of the Harassment Committee Dr Nazish, briefed her on the university's efforts in this regard. Ombudsperson 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 to 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 Punjab.