'Torture unacceptable in civilised society, it goes against spirit of Islam'

'Torture unacceptable in civilised society, it goes against spirit of Islam'

Islamabad (Web Desk): Prime Minister Imran Khan has directed the Interior Ministry to expedite tabling anti torture bill in the National Assembly.

“I have asked Interior Ministry to expedite tabling our anti torture bill in National Assembly,” the premier said in a tweet. “Torture is unacceptable in a civilised democratic society & goes against the spirit of Islam, our constitution & our international legal commitments,” he added.

Earlier, PM Khan emphasised on introducing modern technology and innovation in agriculture and other sectors.

He said the young people, who have proved their potential in various fields, are asset of the country and the government is determined to take every possible step for their facilitation.

Imran Khan said special attention is being paid to establishment of quality laboratories to ensure standard Pakistani products to showcase them internationally.