TIMES REPORT
PESHAWAR: Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Saturday said Pakistan is a safe country for people of all faiths and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of minority communities.
Addressing a ceremony marking the 557th birth anniversary of Baba Guru Nanak here in Governor House, the Governor extended warm greetings to the Sikh community and said minorities had played a vital role in Pakistan’s development and prosperity.
He said the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government stood shoulder to shoulder with minority communities and had continued supporting them despite limited resources. He added that the long-pending legislation concerning minority rights would be completed at the earliest.
The Governor observed that if previous provincial governments had failed to give due attention to minority welfare and stressed that the present government was determined to ensure equal rights, protection and opportunities for all citizens.
Faisal Karim Kundi said lasting peace was essential for the province’s progress and prosperity, adding that the nation would always remember the sacrifices rendered by the APS martyrs, the public, police and security forces for the restoration of peace.
He said the government was committed to promoting sports and providing children with opportunities for healthy activities, ensuring they chose pens and playgrounds instead of guns.
On the occasion, the Governor also cut a cake to celebrate the 557th birth anniversary of Baba Guru Nanak.
Among those present were Sardar Parwinder Singh, Sunni Singh, Qari Roohullah Madini, Rizwanullah from the Human Rights Department and other participants. The Governor was also presented with a traditional shawl.
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