Prominent Islamic scholars have publicly endorsed Geo News for its unconditional apology and corrective measures following the airing of a documentary that included symbolic depictions of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) during Muharram.

The incident, which involved visual content deemed impermissible under Sharia law, prompted immediate action from the channel, including deletion of material, disciplinary actions against staff, and publication of repentance in major newspapers.

Scholars like Maulana Kokab Noorani Okarvi emphasized that while freedom of expression exists, any portrayal of prophets or companions is strictly forbidden, even if unintentional.They praised Geo's transparency in acknowledging mistakes and implementing stricter editorial controls.

The apology was seen as a positive step toward upholding religious sensitivities, with calls for regulatory bodies like PEMRA to monitor similar incidents across media platforms.