F.No. 2(3)/2022/WEC/Court Cases
07-March-2025
Ministry Of Religious Affairs And Interfaith Harmony, Government Of Pakistan
Pakistan Government Directs Religious Authorities to Curb Blasphemous Content:
The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has issued a government notification in compliance with the Lahore High Court (Rawalpindi Bench) order regarding the prevention of blasphemous content. The notification directs all Provincial Secretaries of Religious Affairs & Auqaf Departments to launch a public awareness campaign focusing on the importance of safeguarding religious sentiments.
As part of this directive, religious leaders are instructed to address this issue in Jumma sermons and observe March 15, 2025, as “Yum-e-Tahafuz Namoos-e-Risalat”. The purpose of this initiative is to educate people about the negative impact of controversial content and emphasize the religious and legal responsibilities associated with it.
Authorities across Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad, Gilgit Baltistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir have been requested to ensure strict compliance with these directives. The government urges full cooperation from religious scholars, mosque leaders, and the general public to uphold religious harmony and prevent the spread of offensive material. Notification Describes;
GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN
MINISTRY OF RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS
AND INTERFAITH HARMONY
F.No. 2(3)/2022/WEC/Court Cases Islamabad, the 7th March, 2025
| The Provincial Secretary, Religious Affairs and Auqaf Department Government of Punjab, Lahore | The Provincial Secretary, Religious Affairs and Auqaf Department, Government of Balochistan, Quetta |
| The Provincial Secretary, Religious Affairs and Auqaf Department Sindh Karachi. | The Provincial Secretary, Religious Affairs and Auqaf Department, Government of Gilgit Baltistan, |
| The Provincial Secretary, Religious Affairs and Auqaf Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Peshawar | The Administrator Auqaf ICT Administration, Islamabad |
| The Provincial Secretary, Religious Affairs and Auqaf Department AJK Muzaffarabad. |
Subject: AWARENESS REGARDING BLASPHEMOUS CONTENT IN COMPLIANCE OF THE ORDER OF HONORABLE LAHORE HIGH COURT, RAWALPINDI BENCH.
Reference above cited subject. In this context, it is requested that awareness campaign to curb the controversial blasphemous content in the general public may be created especially through Jumma Sermons and observe the Saturday i.e., 15 March, 2025 (Yum-e-Tahfaz Namoos-e-Risalat) day. Necessary instruction may kindly be issued to all concerned for the purpose.
2. Your cooperation and support for this noble cause shall be highly appreciated.
Deputy Director (WEC)
The Importance of Religious Awareness in Curbing Blasphemous Content:
The government’s initiative to raise awareness about blasphemous content is a crucial step in promoting peace, respect, and social stability. Religious scholars and community leaders play a key role in educating the public about the ethical and legal implications of such content.
✅ Legal Compliance – This campaign ensures strict enforcement of blasphemy laws in Pakistan.
✅ Social Responsibility – Educating people about sensitive religious matters fosters a harmonious society.
✅ Digital Awareness – In today’s digital age, people must be informed about the consequences of spreading harmful content online.
The government urges active participation from religious and community leaders in making March 15, 2025 (Yum-e-Tahafuz Namoos-e-Risalat) a day of reflection and awareness. By addressing these concerns in Friday sermons and ensuring public cooperation, we can work towards eradicating blasphemous material and preserving religious integrity.
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