‘Intolerance tarnishing society’s image’

Intellectuals, writers urge promotion of interfaith harmony.

Writers and intellectuals here on Friday urged the civil society to come together to promote interfaith harmony in the country in a discussion organized by Pakistan Intellectual Forum (PIF), said a press release.

Writers said that growing intolerance among youth and frequent attacks against religious minorities betray the values that this country seeks to represent.

Reading out his research paper on “Growing monster of intolerance among youth of Pakistan: Reasons, reality and solution” noted educationist Ghous Bux Solangi said that millions of people who can and should contribute to country’s prosperity are denied access to education and employment that they need to realise their potential.

“Reducing intolerance will require a multi-faceted response at all levels. The government pass effective laws and get them enforced,” he said. Students from different universities and colleges also participated.

Published in The Express Tribune, May 17^th, 2014.