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Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Punjab to celebrates Minority week from August 7
Listen to article The first-ever Minority Week is expected to commence from August 7 to 11 in Punjab. The five-day celebration aims to honour the contributions of religious minorities to Pakistan's social and national fabric while promoting interfaith harmony and national unity. The events are also designed to highlight the success of Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, a campaign promoting peace and stability. According to the Punjab Department of Minority Affairs, Minority Week represents a concrete effort to promote religious tolerance, interfaith dialogue, and national cohesion by fostering meaningful engagement between followers of different faiths. The inaugural ceremony will be held on August 7 at the historic Cathedral Church of Pakistan at Regal Chowk, Lahore. A colourful procession aboard double-decker buses will travel through key religious and cultural landmarks, including Krishna Mandir, Gurdwara Dera Sahib, Badshahi Mosque, and the mausoleum of Allama Iqbal, culminating at Minar-e-Pakistan. A tree plantation campaign will also be launched during the opening event. A diverse range of participants, including foreign diplomats, civil society members, representatives of welfare organisations, students, teachers, religious leaders, and members of various minority communities, are expected to take part in the festivities. According to the official schedule, August 8 will feature an academic session at a leading university focusing on minority rights and their social contributions. On August 9, a seminar on interfaith harmony will be held at Alhamra Hall, Lahore, featuring notable religious scholars, civil society representatives, students, and researchers. The Sports Board Punjab will host a Sports Day on August 10, bringing together youth from minority communities for various traditional and competitive games. The celebrations will conclude on August 11 with a closing ceremony at Aiwan-e-Iqbal in connection with National Minorities Day. The final event will be attended by Punjab Minister for Minority Affairs Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora, members of the Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, foreign dignitaries, senior government officials, religious leaders, and students and faculty from prominent educational institutions.
Business Recorder
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Sports Board Punjab holds rally to rejoice victory against India
LAHORE: Sports Board Punjab (SBP) organized a rally from National Hockey Stadium to Gaddafi Stadium on Monday, to express solidarity with Pakistan armed forces after Pakistan's memorable victory in the week-long war against arch rivals India under operation 'Bunyan un Marsoos'. Director General Sports and Youth Affairs Punjab Khizar Afzaal Chaudhry led the rally which was participated by Director Admin Dr M Kaleem, Director Sports Rana Nadeem Anjum, Deputy Director Chand Parveen, Deputy Director Tariq Khanzada, other top officials of Punjab Sports Department, hundreds of athletes and a large number of SBP employees. Director General Sports Punjab Khizar Afzaal Chaudhry also distributed sweets among the participants of rally. Talking to media on the occasion, Khizar Afzaal Chaudhry said, 'We are proud of our forces. Pakistan army has demonstrated professional approach while defeating India. Our government and the army have won the hearts of the nation.' He said downing India's modern Rafale planes is a big achievement. 'The spirit and discipline exhibited by Pakistan army and air force have never been seen in the world. Literally, Pakistan has proved its unique military prowess quite effectively against India,' he said. Khizar Afzaal Chaudhry said that American President Donald Trump's tweet about Kashmir, in which he expressed his willingness to mediate for the resolution of Kashmir issue, has proved that Kashmir is a disputed area despite India's so-called claims and efforts. 'After winning war against India, we are quite upbeat that Pakistan will be able to resolve the decades-old Kashmir issue in accordance with United Nations resolutions,' he said. He further said Pakistan has taught a befitting lesson to India and our neighbour will not forget this lesson for a long time. 'The way Pakistan compelled India to beg for ceasefire definitely it was a big diplomatic victory for our country,' he said. Answering a question, he said Pakistani nation has demonstrated spirit and resilience during the war days and proved that it is impossible for India to defeat such a brave army and nation. "Not only India but no power of the world can defeat Pakistani nation whose foremost ambition is to achieve martyrdom,' he said. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
