A human rights organization recently sent a letter to the Chief Minister of Punjab, Pakistan, expressing worries about discrimination faced by the Ahmadiyya community. Amnesty International highlighted the persistent discrimination, harassment, and violence against Ahmadis, particularly intensifying during religious occasions like Eid ul-Adha. The organization urged the government to protect the rights of Ahmadis, including freedom of religion, peaceful assembly, and equality before the law.
The letter mentioned incidents of violence and harassment escalating around religious holidays, with reports of restrictions on Ahmadi religious practices during Eid ul-Fitr in 2026. Authorities in various districts of Punjab reportedly imposed unlawful restrictions on Ahmadi congregations. The rights body emphasized that such actions interfere with the right to freedom of religion and belief.
Amnesty International called on the Punjab government to take proactive measures to safeguard the human rights of the Ahmadiyya community. It urged officials to refrain from interfering with religious practices, end arbitrary arrests, prevent raids on homes and places of worship, and investigate past incidents of violence and discrimination. The organization stressed the need for accountability and swift action against any violations during Eid ul-Adha.
