“Pakistan’s Minority Policy: Politics of Appearance, Reality on the Ground Is Completely Different”, Khalsa Vox, July 07, 2026

“For years, Pakistan has tried to project itself as a well-wisher of minorities and a supporter of religious freedom. Especially when it comes to Sikh pilgrimages, the Kartarpur Corridor, or other religious events, the government and administration there leave no stone unturned in presenting themselves as a tolerant and liberal nation. But the question remains: if Pakistan is truly such a strong protector of minority rights, then why does the condition of minority religious sites within its own country appear so deteriorated?

Since the partition of the country, thousands of temples, gurdwaras, and other religious sites in Pakistan have either been completely destroyed, illegally occupied, or converted for other purposes. The recent incident of the demolition of a nearly 125-year-old gurdwara in Faisalabad (formerly known as Farooqabad) has once again exposed the reality behind Pakistan’s claims of religious tolerance. Similarly, reports have repeatedly emerged of Guru Granth Sahib being removed from several historic gurdwaras, which have then been turned into schools or other institutions. This is not merely about buildings, but about the faith and cultural heritage of millions of people.

The irony is that while Pakistan invites Sikh and other minority pilgrims from India with messages of respect and devotion, minorities living within its own borders are often forced to live in fear, insecurity, and discrimination. Issues such as encroachment on religious sites, forced conversions, abduction of minority girls, and difficulties in accessing justice have frequently been raised on international platforms……..”

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