Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti on Sunday conveyed warm greetings to the Christian community on Easter, reaffirming his administration’s unwavering dedication to the social advancement and well-being of all minorities.
In his message, the chief minister underscored the collective joy shared with the Christian community during Easter festivities.
He highlighted Easter as a celebration promoting brotherhood, peace, and love, acknowledging the significant contributions of the Christian community to Pakistan’s inception and its ongoing progress and stability.
Bugti reiterated Pakistan’s constitutional guarantee of religious freedom to all minorities, emphasising their equal rights within the country’s diverse cultural landscape.
Asserting the Balochistan government’s commitment to safeguarding the freedom of belief and religious practices, along with ensuring the rule of law and equal protection for all minorities, including the Christian community, the chief minister underscored the province’s dedication to upholding these principles.
Meanwhile, across Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, the Christian community celebrated Easter with special functions and programs held in all districts.
Published in The Express Tribune, April 1st, 2024.
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