By Asghar Ali Mubarak
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has voiced serious concern over what it described as a surge in attacks on minorities in India, with particular alarm over incidents targeting Muslims during the recent Christmas period.
A spokesperson for Pakistan’s Foreign Office characterized the situation as “alarming” and condemned acts of vandalism and violence directed at Muslim communities, highlighting what they described as a broader pattern of state-backed campaigns against the minority population.
The spokesperson pointed to reports of homes being destroyed and communities under threat, saying these incidents contributed to an atmosphere of fear and insecurity. Citing the lynching of Muhammad Iqbal, the official argued that attempts had been made to shield those responsible, further undermining the safety and confidence of Muslim citizens in India.
“The list of atrocities against minorities in India is growing,” the spokesperson said, stressing the need for international attention. They called on the global community to step in to protect the basic rights of vulnerable groups, warning that unchecked violence could have far-reaching consequences for social cohesion and stability in the region.
Officials in Islamabad argued that while domestic and international media had reported on these incidents, adequate accountability had not been ensured, and perpetrators often faced minimal consequences.
They suggested that sustained international pressure was necessary to uphold human rights and ensure that minority communities were not left exposed to ongoing threats. The statements mark the latest in a series of diplomatic protests by Pakistan over the treatment of Muslims and other minorities in India.
