Singer Asim Azhar took to X with an ironic post, expressing his exasperation over the latest ban imposed by the government on the social media platform. In two candid posts, he vented his feelings, saying, “i Sab ban kardo. Insan bhi ban kardo. Khana bhi ban kardo. Hawa bhi ban kardo” (Ban everything. Ban humans. Ban food. Ban air).
In a follow-up post, Asim added further, “Sirf beghairti aur baimaani ban na kerna baki sab ban kardo” (Only dishonesty and shamelessness should not be banned, ban everything else). The government's decision to shut down X is seen as a recurring pattern when faced with criticism, especially in the wake of political, economic and security challenges. The move follows allegations of rigging arising from the February 8 elections, leading to heightened tensions and a clampdown on dissenting voices.
Asim's posts reflect the growing frustration among individuals who feel the impact of such restrictions on their ability to communicate and express opinions in an increasingly interconnected world.