Pakistan’s top leadership today called for a combination of legislative measures and practical social initiatives to uplift marginalized communities and foster a more inclusive, tolerant society.
The call came during a ceremony in the capital marking the International Day of Tolerance, where Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressed the gathering.
The premier emphasized that promoting the Islamic principles of patience and forbearance is essential. He articulated that the country”s founding philosophy, shaped by the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the tenets of Islam, is rooted in harmony and mutual respect.
Sharif highlighted that the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) delivered a timeless message advocating for brotherhood, patience, and reciprocal esteem among people.
He concluded with a prayer for the nation to evolve into a great welfare state, where individuals from all religious backgrounds and schools of thought can coexist in peace and harmony.
Also speaking at the event, Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar stressed the necessity of adopting an inclusive, tolerance-based approach to empower every segment of society to utilize their talents effectively.
Tarar underscored that legislative action alone is insufficient, advocating for it to be paired with tangible steps and broad social awareness campaigns to mainstream the nation’s more vulnerable populations.