Hundreds of Christians fled the violence in Jaranwala many unable to return yet their houses gutted and broken contents strewn across the street . Blasphemy is an incendiary charge in Pakistan where even unproven allegations of insulting Islam and the Holy Prophet Peace Be Upon Him can provoke death at the hands of vigilantes .
The Pakistan Ulema Council PUC and Church of Pakistan jointly established a member committee in a concerted effort to address the tragic incident foster interfaith and interdenominational unity and quell extremist narratives . PUC Chair Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi said building a peaceful and resilient country required active participation from all segments of society .
The committee comprises diverse leaders including Bishop Aleem Anwar Bishop Arshad Joseph Muswar Abbasi . Two Christian brothers have also been arrested for blasphemy accused of desecrating the Holy Quran . The local government has promised to rebuild the buildings and houses will be restored but it will be difficult for girls and children to come out of this trauma .
Condemnations and safety of all Pakistani citizens must be guaranteed not be enough now, says Bishop Azad Marshal. We must strive to cultivate tolerance respect and patience in our society and reject any attempts to exploit religion for personal or political gains he added.
The PUC chairwoman of the PUC chairman Hafiz Mohammed Rehman said . The PPP delegation also visited Jaran W. Rehmann also visited the Jaranawala. The delegation also met with the Jawalwala’s wife. The Jawallan. Bundundundi. The safety of the Jowallan said.
We will not be satisfied. We need to be guaranteed.
