KARACHl: The Sindh Human Rights Commission (SHRC) has taken notice of a police officer`s wrongful actions and recommended action against him to serve justice in the matter.

SHRC chairperson retired Justice Majida Rizvi took notice of a disturbing video circulating on the social media that shows a policeman preventing a shopkeeper from displaying his community`s religious sentiments.

`The act goes against Article 20 of the Constitution, which guarantees the freedom to profess and manage religious institutions. It also runs counter to a landmark judgement by former chief justice of Pakistan Tassaduq Hussain Jillani on minority rights issued on June 19, 2014,` she said.

Referring to the video, the SHRC chairperson called for holding the responsible police officer accountable for his actions.

Following SHRC`s intervention, the police officer was suspended pending further disciplinary action.

The SHRC has strongly condemned the police officer`s action and asked the Sukkur DIG and Ghotki SSP to review the case and take necessary disciplinary action against the perpetrator.

`Furthermore, the Sindh government must conduct an inquiry into the matter and ensure that justice is served,` it said.

`The SHRC reaffirms its commitment to protecting the fundamental rights of all citizens, regardless of their religion or beliefs.