Neglected Heritage: Punjab's Minority Communities Call for Action

Lawmakers in Punjab, Pakistan criticize the lack of funds for restoring worship places of minority communities. They urge the government to allocate substantial funds for religious site restoration and basic facilities in the 2026-27 budget to improve the living conditions of minority groups.

Criticism mounts against Punjab's provincial government as lawmakers decry the absence of funds for restoring minority worship places. The recent budget overlooked significant allocations for the development of areas inhabited by minority communities.

Punjab Assembly member Baba Falbous Christopher highlighted the lack of development funds in the 2025-26 budget for churches and temples. He urged significant financial support for these projects in the next fiscal year.

Hindu lawmaker Basro Jee echoed these concerns, noting the absence of meaningful welfare projects for Hindus in south Punjab. Amid concerns over basic facilities, the Punjab Assembly Speaker emphasized prioritizing essential needs for minority communities.