LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Tuesday sought replies from the respondents by March 03 in a petition seeking action against officials over the tragic deaths of a mother and her daughter who fell into an open manhole near Bhati Gate.
Petitioner Amna Malik through her counsel argued that leaving an open manhole in a densely populated area amounted to gross negligence. He alleged that the government instead of holding those responsible had taken only symbolic measures.
The lawyer maintained that registering a case under Section 322 was insufficient, as the deaths were not accidental but the result of a clear criminal negligence. He also requested for formation of a judicial commission to determine responsibility and compensation for the bereaved family.
He also sought legal action against the Punjab Information Minister, the Deputy Commissioner Lahore, and other officials for allegedly spreading misinformation.
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