NCHR Urges Government Action to Protect Ahmadis' Rights

The Ahmadiyya Community in Pakistan is currently facing severe challenges regarding the violation of their basic human rights, as highlighted by the National Commission For Human Rights (NCHR). The NCHR has expressed deep concerns over the discrimination and persecution faced by Ahmadis and has called upon the government to take immediate action to protect their lives and properties.

Following a recent fact-finding mission to Rabwah (Chenab Nagar), the NCHR released a report titled 'Monitoring the Plight of the Ahmadiyya Community,' outlining the various issues encountered by Ahmadis. These include discrimination in educational institutions, uncooperative behavior from law enforcement agencies, workplace discrimination, and desecration of their worship places and graveyards.

The report also shed light on threats and intimidation towards the Ahmadiyya community, such as the potential demolition of historic places of worship and hate speech on social media. The NCHR emphasized the urgent need for government intervention at both federal and provincial levels to address these pressing concerns and protect the rights of Ahmadis.

Statistics provided by the Ahmadi Community revealed a disturbing trend of violence and persecution, with hundreds of Ahmadis being targeted over the years. The NCHR stressed the importance of upholding the constitutional rights of all citizens, including religious minorities, and urged immediate action to safeguard the Ahmadiyya community.

In response to these findings, the NCHR has communicated its recommendations to relevant authorities, calling for swift measures to ensure the safety and rights of Ahmadis. The government was advised to uphold Article 20 of the Constitution, guaranteeing freedom of religion for all citizens, and to establish a dedicated oversight mechanism to protect religious minorities.

Recommendations included ending separate electoral lists for Ahmadis, providing equal employment opportunities, and combating religious discrimination and violence. The NCHR emphasized the urgency of proactive government measures to uphold human rights for all and protect the Ahmadiyya community.

The situation facing the Ahmadiyya Community in Pakistan is a matter of grave concern, requiring immediate attention and action from the authorities. It is essential to protect the rights and safety of all citizens, regardless of their religious beliefs, and to ensure that religious minorities are treated with dignity and respect. Upholding human rights is crucial for a just and inclusive society, and it is imperative that steps are taken to address the challenges faced by the Ahmadiyya community.