“Case No. 9” Drama Mirrors Social Reality, Praised by Sherry Rehman in Senate

Senate Standing Committee of Human Rights used Case no. 9 of Geo TV so as to deliberate on the reasons why Pakistani justice system continuously fails women. According to lawmakers, the drama is the mirror of real police behavior, victim-blaming, weak convictions, and encouraged more rights-driven storytelling to drive legal awareness.

On December 18, 2025, the Senate Standing Committee on Human Rights used the Geo TV drama Case no. 9 as the main reference point to examine women’s rights in Pakistan. Senator Samina Mumtaz Zehri chaired the meeting, while Senator Sherry Rehman led the discussion around the drama’s themes and real-world relevance.

According to the members, Case no. 9 depicts what most women go through when they report sexual violence. The plot of the story is that the survivors are taken to the police stations and courts where the victim is usually blamed. Senators concurred that the drama is not a work of fiction but actual life.

Case no. 9 Highlights a 0.5% Conviction Reality

Senator Sherry Rehman linked the drama to official data. She told the committee that domestic violence cases carry a conviction rate of only 0.5%. Laws exist, but enforcement remains weak.

She said Case no. 9 explains this gap clearly. It shows how cases stall, evidence weakens, and pressure builds for compromise. The committee noted that such “family settlements” quietly erase crimes from the system.

Police and Courtroom Scenes Mirror Real Reports

Several scenes from Case no. 9 drew attention. Senators discussed moments where police doubt survivors or side with the accused. Rehman said similar incidents occur in Punjab, where accused individuals sometimes receive public support instead of arrest.

Recent updates to the online version of the drama were also mentioned by the committee. One of the scenes that refer to the 26th Constitutional Amendment and Justice Mansoor Ali Shah was cut. Mainstream content limits on legal discussion were the concern of members.

Lawmakers praised the writer, journalist Shahzeb Khanzada, for using legal language and real procedures. They said Case no. 9 works as public education.

The committee urged broadcasters to support more dramas like Case no. 9. Members said such content helps people understand rights, court processes, and why justice often fails women in Pakistan.