PESHAWAR, Jul 28 (APP):A 10-member delegation of the National Paigham-e-Aman Committee on Tuesday visited the Cathedral Church in Peshawar as part of its ongoing mission to promote peace, interfaith harmony, religious tolerance and national cohesion across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The visit formed part of a broader outreach programme under which the delegation is engaging religious scholars, spiritual leaders and representatives of different faith communities to strengthen mutual understanding, peaceful coexistence and …
Another feather in National Paigham-e-Aman Committee’s cap: Delegation visits Peshawar Cathedral Church to promote peace
PESHAWAR, Jul 28 (APP):A 10-member delegation of the National Paigham-e-Aman Committee on Tuesday visited the Cathedral Church in Peshawar as part of its ongoing mission to promote peace, interfaith harmony, religious tolerance and national cohesion across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The visit formed part of a broader outreach programme under which the delegation is engaging religious scholars, spiritual leaders and representatives of different faith communities to strengthen mutual understanding, peaceful coexistence and national unity.
Speaking to the media during the visit, Ulema and Mashaikh, reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to safeguarding the constitutional rights and religious freedoms of all its citizens, irrespective of their faith.
They said every citizen living in Pakistan, whether Muslim or belonging to any other religious community, enjoys equal status under the Constitution and has the fundamental right to freely profess, practise and propagate his or her religion without fear or discrimination.
They categorically rejected misconceptions regarding religious freedom, stating that Islam does not permit forced conversions or forced marriages, and emphasised that the country’s religious leadership remained committed to promoting tolerance, coexistence and respect among all communities.
Paying tribute to Pakistan’s martyrs, they said the nation would always honour the sacrifices of those who laid down their lives in the defence of the country and in the line of duty. They said their courage and commitment remained a source of national pride and inspiration.
The delegation also reaffirmed the nation’s unwavering support for the Pakistan Armed Forces, saying the entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with its armed forces in safeguarding the country’s peace, security, sovereignty and territorial integrity against any aggression or misadventure.
They further lauded the country’s civil and military leadership, particularly Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, for strengthening Pakistan’s position at both diplomatic and strategic fronts.
The religious scholars and leaders said the leadership had played a pivotal role in boosting national confidence through its prudent policies, effective diplomacy and steadfast commitment to protecting Pakistan’s national interests.
The National Paigham-e-Aman Committee delegation is currently on a multi-day visit to Peshawar, where it is holding meetings with leading scholars from all schools of thought, religious leaders and representatives of different faith communities.
The delegation is also visiting religious institutions and places of worship to promote dialogue, religious harmony and national solidarity.
The visit will culminate in the “National Peace Ulema and Mashaikh Conference” on Wednesday, bringing together prominent religious scholars, spiritual leaders and representatives of all schools of thought and faith communities from across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to reaffirm their collective commitment to peace, interfaith harmony, inter-sect unity and national cohesion.
