The August 11, 1947 speech by Quaid-e-Azam also gives clear indication as to the status of members of religious minorities in Pakistan. Given this background, it is understandable that the Sikh community is angry at the message given by the district administration. Unlike neighbouring India, the government here does not usually instigate hate crimes against religious minorities. At the same time, government officials trying to undermine the status of a religious community needs to be checked and addressed. The government must show it is clear in its stand on religious minorities.

Source: The Express Tribune December 18, 2017 05:15 UTC