Pakistan, April 19 -- In Pakistan, the narrative of diversity and tolerance often clashes with the stark reality faced by minority communities. Despite constitutional guarantees and international obligations, recent incidents underscore the continued violation of minority rights, highlighting a systemic failure to protect and uphold their dignity.

Religious minorities, including Christians, Hindus, Sikhs, and Ahmadis, bear the brunt of discrimination and violence. In July 2023, the gruesome killing of a Hindu temple priest in Peshawar shocked the nation, yet it was not an isolated incident. Attacks on places of worship, forced conversions, and blasphemy accusations persist, creating an atmosphere of fear and persecution.

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