Warburton Witnesses احتجاج Over Court Decision
The Christian community in Warburton, Nankana Sahib, staged a احتجاج against the recent court verdict in the Maria Shahbaz case, expressing deep concern and dissatisfaction.
The protest was organized by local churches, where participants gathered peacefully to raise their voices against issues such as child marriage and forced religious conversion.
H2: Calls Against Child Marriage and Forced Conversion
A powerful visual during the protest was young girls standing with black tape over their mouths, holding placards with messages such as:
- “No to Child Marriage”
- “No to Forced Conversion”
- “Maria is Innocent, Not a Bride”
These slogans reflected the concerns of the community regarding the protection of minor girls.
H2: Leaders Demand Judicial Review
Religious and social leaders criticized the court decision, stating that it failed to deliver justice. They urged higher courts to review the case and ensure protection of minority rights.
H2: Protest Restricted to Church Premises
Police reportedly did not allow protesters to leave the church premises. As a result, the demonstration was held at the church gate, where participants continued their peaceful protest.
H3: Key Participants
The protest was attended by:
- Zeeshan Gill Joiya
- Pastor Edward Munir
- Pastor Obaid
- Pastor Waseem
- Pastor Yousaf
- Anwar Masih
- Councillor Latif Masih
Conclusion
This protest highlights growing concerns within Pakistan’s Christian community regarding minority rights, especially the safety of underage girls. The demand for justice and policy reform continues to rise.
