Another disturbing case has rocked Pakistan’s digital community as TikTok influencer Sumaira Rajput was found dead in the Ghotki district of Sindh province. This comes just days after the murder of another influencer, Sana Yousuf. Sumaira’s death has raised alarm about the safety of women on social media in Pakistan.
Teen Daughter Accuses Man of Poisoning Her Mother
Sumaira’s 15-year-old daughter, also a content creator with over 58,000 TikTok followers, made a startling claim: her mother was murdered by a man who was allegedly pressuring her for marriage. According to local media, the man gave her poisonous tablets leading to her death.
The girl’s statement has prompted authorities to take the suspect into custody. However, no FIR has been filed yet, and the cause of death remains unconfirmed.
Disturbing Trend: Targeting Women Influencers in Pakistan
Ghotki police official Anwar Sheikh confirmed that the girl’s statement is under investigation. He emphasized that the legal process is ongoing. Meanwhile, the internet is drawing parallels to the recent murder of Sana Yousuf, who was shot dead inside her home. That case had triggered social media campaigns demanding justice.
Activists claim that social media success has become a life-threatening risk for women in the country.
Forced Marriages and Violence Against Women on the Rise
Pakistan continues to see a rise in crimes involving forced marriages and violence against women. In another recent case in Balochistan, a woman and a police officer were publicly gunned down, with video evidence later going viral and leading to arrests. Despite public outrage, many argue that government response remains insufficient.
