LAHORE, Nov 08 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Sunday extended heartfelt greetings to the Hindu community on the occasion of Diwali, paying tribute to their contributions toward national progress and prosperity. In her message, the Chief Minister reaffirmed the provincial government's commitment to protecting the rights, freedoms, and equal representation of Hindu citizens and other minorities in line with the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Highlighting ongoing …
CM felicitates Hindu community on Diwali
LAHORE, Nov 08 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Sunday extended heartfelt greetings to the Hindu community on the occasion of Diwali, paying tribute to their contributions toward national progress and prosperity.
In her message, the Chief Minister reaffirmed the provincial government’s commitment to protecting the rights, freedoms, and equal representation of Hindu citizens and other minorities in line with the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Highlighting ongoing welfare initiatives, CM Maryam Nawaz noted that financial assistance was being extended through the Special Minority Card, alongside the establishment of dedicated Minority Virtual Police Stations under the Safe Punjab initiative.
She further underscored legislative milestones achieved by the province, stating that Punjab holds the distinction of approving the country’s first Sikh Marriage Act as well as the Hindu Marriage Act.
The Chief Minister emphasized that Pakistan represents a peaceful bouquet of diverse faiths living in mutual harmony, assuring that the government will continue to safeguard minority rights, preserve cultural diversity, and ensure equal growth opportunities across the province.
