Pakistan Muslim League Functional Sindh’s Minority Wing Convention to be held
This was discussed in a meeting on Saturday between a delegation led by Pakistan Muslim League Functional’s Minority Wing leaders Ashraf Sitra Baba, Guru Goswami, and Samson Khokhar with Functional League Sindh President Syed Sadruddin Shah Rashdi.
The Minority Wing leaders strongly criticized the Sindh government, accusing it of being a “silent spectator” as billions of rupees allocated for religious minorities have reportedly failed to solve their fundamental problems, leaving the communities distressed and deprived of basic facilities.
The delegation, led by Ashraf Sitra Baba, Guru Goswami, and Samson Khokhar, had initially met with the provincial leadership, including Secretary-General Sardar Abdul Rahim, to congratulate Rashdi on performing Umrah.
During the meeting, the conversation centered on the significant challenges faced by non-Muslim communities across the province. The Minority Wing leaders expressed grave concern over the administration’s persistent failure to address issues such as inadequate security for places of worship, non-implementation of job quotas, and obstacles related to education, health, and fundamental human rights.
Rashdi, responding to these concerns, stated, “The rulers are not paying attention to the basic problems of the minority community.” He emphasized that although the government has allocated substantial funds in the name of minorities, the on-ground situation is “extremely disappointing,” with no practical measures visible despite official announcements.
In response, the PML-F leadership reiterated that it would support the cause of religious minorities. Rashdi pledged that the party “will raise its voice on every forum for the protection of minorities’ rights” and will formulate a comprehensive policy to ensure they receive their constitutional facilities and rightful place in society.
The Minority Wing detailed a proposal to hold a large provincial convention aimed at uniting Christian, Hindu, Sikh, Kolhi, Bheel, and other religious groups. The goal is to bring these communities onto a single platform to develop a joint strategy for achieving their rights.
Furthermore, the delegation presented a set of formal recommendations to the party leadership. These included increasing educational scholarships for minority youth, strict implementation of job quotas, enhancing security at religious sites, providing essential municipal facilities, and organizing a series of minority conventions in various districts.