The Punjab government has approved the Act, Information Minister Azma Bukhari announced on Wednesday. Addressing a press conference in Lahore alongside Minister for Minorities Affairs Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora, Azma stated that the Act would be effective immediately. Minister for Minorities Affairs Ramesh Arora reiterated that protecting minority rights had been a cornerstone of Chief Minister Maryam's administration since day one. He confirmed the passage of the Act and mentioned that rules for the Hindu Marriage Act would soon follow. Showcasing CM Maryam's initiatives for minorities, Arora mentioned a special grant provided to 10,000 Christian families on Easter.

Source: The Nation June 27, 2024 09:17 UTC