Archive · 18 Aug 2025
Ahmadiyya Mosques Burned in Pakistan Amidst Rising Religious Violence
In Pakistan, a mob burned down two Ahmadiyya places of worship.
The attackers were led by members of a radical political party called TLP.
The attack happened during Independence Day celebrations and involved many people.
A minority rights group spoke out against this violence, especially the targeting of Ahmadiyya Muslims and the government's insufficient response.
They say the government should protect all citizens, not give in to extremist groups.
Two Ahmadiyya places of worship were set ablaze by a mob in Faisalabad, Pakistan.
The mob was reportedly led by leaders from the Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) party.
The attack occurred during Independence Day processions, involving over 300 attackers.
The Voice of Pakistan Minority (VOPM) condemned the violence, highlighting the targeting of Ahmadiyya worship sites.
The VOPM stated the police response was reactionary, despite a warning from the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP).
- Who
- A mob, reportedly led by TLP ticket-holder Hafiz Rafaqat; Ahmadiyya community; and the Voice of Pakistan Minority (VOPM).
- What
- The burning of two Ahmadiyya places of worship in Faisalabad, Pakistan.
- When
- During Pakistan's 78th Independence Day.
- Where
- Faisalabad, Pakistan.
- Why
- To highlight ongoing religious persecution, and protest discrimination faced by the Ahmadiyya community, an act that extremist groups used to incite hatred and violence.
VOPM and Ahmadiyya Community
TLP and Extremist Groups
Government Action
VOPM and Ahmadiyya Community
The Pakistani government should take decisive action against extremist groups, uphold rulings against hate speech and protect minorities.
TLP and Extremist Groups
The government often tolerates or enables marginalization of religious minorities.
- Location
- Faisalabad, Pakistan
- Target
- Two Ahmadiyya places of worship
- Perpetrator
- Mob led by TLP
- Rights Body
- Voice of Pakistan Minority (VOPM)
- Police Response
- 25 arrests made
