Sajawal, Sindh – In a deeply troubling incident, the Sajawal Hindu Panchayat, despite having a budget worth crores of rupees, allegedly demolished the house of a poor Hindu widow and subjected her to physical abuse. The woman and her family had been residing near the Sajawal temple for over 60 years.
According to reports, the Hindu Panchayat, which was originally formed to support and uplift the poor Hindu community, has now been accused of acting against its very purpose.
On Friday, 21-02-2025, a day when workers usually have their weekly off, the panchayat members arrived with hammers and started demolishing the widow’s house. The residence was built with the hard-earned retirement savings of a retired education officer, the late Rewa Chand, who had built it for his daughter.
Eyewitnesses claim that while demolishing the structure, the woman and her family were also subjected to violence. Reports circulating on social media suggest that the Panchayat took this step to clear space for an expansion of the temple, disregarding the rights and dignity of the helpless woman.
Such actions have sparked outrage, as communities believe that any place of worship built on the foundation of oppression and injustice cannot be considered sacred. Critics argue that a Panchayat that humiliates and displaces its own people, especially vulnerable women, is a disgrace.
The truth behind the incident is still under investigation. However, sources indicate that financial motives could be behind the demolition, with the Hindu Panchayat allegedly seeking to expand the temple using funds earmarked for development.
This shocking act has led to widespread condemnation, with activists and human rights organizations calling for immediate intervention. There is a growing demand for the district administration of Sajawal to take strict action against those responsible. Concerned citizens are urging authorities and human rights groups to ensure a fair and thorough investigation into the matter.
Justice must prevail, and the voices of the oppressed must be heard.
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