Kasur, Punjab🇵🇰– Reports have emerged that a Christian man, identified as Vishal Masih, was allegedly killed by a mob in Hindal village, Kasur District, in Pakistan’s Punjab province. According to local sources, the incident is believed to have stemmed from religious tensions in the area.
Witnesses claim that Masih was attacked by a group of men reportedly from the local Muslim community. Authorities have not yet confirmed the motive, though rights advocates say the incident reflects the growing vulnerability of religious minorities in Pakistan.
Christian organizations and human rights groups have frequently highlighted the systemic discrimination and violence faced by minority communities, including Christians, Hindus, Ahmadis, and Sikhs. These groups often report challenges such as blasphemy accusations, mob violence, restricted access to jobs, and lack of police protection.
Pakistan remains on several international watchlists as one of the most unsafe countries for religious minorities. In its latest report, the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) described Pakistan as a “Country of Particular Concern,” citing repeated incidents of violence and state inaction.
Local Christian leaders in Kasur have called for a transparent investigation and justice for Vishal Masih, urging the government to take concrete measures to protect minority communities and promote interfaith harmony.
Police officials have reportedly launched an inquiry into the killing, though no formal charges have yet been announced.
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