Nothing happened regarding the case of the women allegedly stoned to death in Khanewal until the SC took suo motu notice. During the proceedings the Chief Justice enquired about the performance of the local police. The state machinery turned into action after the hearing. The IG Punjab has recommended a judicial inquiry into the incident. He also suspended the police officers concerned for negligence. Some people criticise the suo motu notice and say this is judicial activism. Sometimes they call it judicial interference in government function. Similarly, if the media highlights these issues, then they call it unnecessary coverage or media hype. But, on the other hand, it is proved that the state machinery does not move until the media or the judiciary brings such issues to the fore. The Punjab chief minister also paid a visit to the brave family when the Supreme Court took notice of this incident.