The Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) Cybercrime Wing has launched an investigation into the edited pictures of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on social media.
As per details, the inquiry was initiated against the culprits following a request from the Punjab government.
The edited pictures, which appear to show Maryam Nawaz with the President of the UAE, were widely shared on social media platforms.
The FIA stated that action will be taken against those responsible for uploading and sharing the edited content.
As part of the investigation, the FIA’s Cybercrime Wing will be conducting inquiries across the country, including Lahore. The agency has warned that individuals found guilty of uploading and sharing false information will face legal consequences.
Earlier, Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari said that deepfake videos are being used to malign women in Pakistan.