Pakistan, Oct. 27 -- Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has vowed to take action against every offender, regardless of political affiliation. She said influential people would also face the law and stressed that authorities must protect victims. She made these remarks while addressing a scholarship and laptop distribution ceremony at the University of Rasul in Mandi Bahauddin.

Maryam said a government could not function effectively if its leaders acted out of fear. She urged officials to follow clear and consistent principles when dealing with wrongdoing. She also stressed that political connections would not protect anyone accused of committing a crime. According to her, Punjab's government stands with victims and will not compromise on...