Archive · 22 Sep 2025
Report: Hindus Face Rising Blasphemy Law Abuse in Pakistan
In Pakistan, a report highlights how blasphemy laws are hurting Hindus.
False accusations are used to harm them, leading to violence and fear.
Many are forced to convert to Islam, especially girls.
The report, from a Sri Lankan newspaper, reveals a sharp rise in cases.
The police sometimes don't help victims, and extremists aren't punished.
Hindu temples are also being neglected or destroyed.
Sindhis, a Muslim minority, are also facing oppression.
This situation has worsened under the current army chief, who is seen as promoting intolerance.
Blasphemy laws are misused against Hindus in Pakistan, leading to violence and fear.
There has been a surge in blasphemy cases, with at least 475 registered in 2024.
Hindus face forced conversions, with girls and children being targeted.
Many Hindu temples are neglected or falling into disrepair.
The situation has worsened under the current army chief, who promotes intolerance.
- Who
- Hindus and Sindhis in Pakistan.
- What
- The misuse of blasphemy laws, forced conversions, and cultural erasure.
- When
- Cases have surged over the past three years, with at least 475 cases registered in 2024.
- Where
- Pakistan, specifically Sindh and Punjab provinces.
- Why
- Blasphemy allegations are used as tools of terror, with authorities often failing to protect victims.
Human Rights Advocates
Pakistani Government
Blasphemy Law Application
Human Rights Advocates
Laws are misused to target minorities, often based on fabricated accusations.
Pakistani Government
Not explicitly stated in the article.
Treatment of Minorities
Human Rights Advocates
Minorities face violence, forced conversions, and cultural erasure.
Pakistani Government
Not explicitly stated in the article.
- Focus
- Misuse of blasphemy laws in Pakistan, particularly against Hindus.
- Key Victims
- Hindus and Sindhis.
- Cases in 2024
- At least 475 registered cases.
- Report Source
- The Daily Mirror (Sri Lanka)
- Abuse Trend
- Forced conversions and cultural erasure
- Hindu Temples Maintained
- 13 out of 365