Persecution Of Ahmadis In Pakistan – Report 2023

Persecution Of Ahmadis In Pakistan – Report 2023

Here, we present yet another annual report on the persecution faced by the Ahmadi community in Pakistan, albeit with notable distinctions. This year witnessed a significant escalation in the desecration of Ahmadi worship places by both authorities and religious extremists compared to preceding years. Additionally, a prominent cleric publicly advocated, “If an Ahmadi’s house is on fire, you should pour petrol on it, not water.”
In addition to the comprehensive narratives featured in the main chapters, this report includes an Executive Summary, Spotlights, Conclusion, and Thematic briefs to facilitate readers in navigating sections according to their available time. A catalogue of prevalent rights violations and a set of recommendations are also provided. Chapter 1 delves into three crucial stories presented in considerable detail, accompanied by lists of Abbreviations and a Glossary for reference. Furthermore, the ‘From the Media’ section encapsulates significant news and perspectives pertinent to the human rights of Ahmadis, both directly and indirectly.
In the political landscape of 2023, the federal government was led by the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM), succeeded later by a Caretaker Prime Minister. Initially, the provinces of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa were governed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, and Sindh was under the control of Pakistan People’s Party until caretaker administrations assumed control in these regions. These governments garnered significant support from influential quarters.
It’s imperative to recognize that the persecution inflicted upon Ahmadis not only harms them individually but also damages the national fabric and societal cohesion. It is our hope that a thorough examination of these contents, presenting a comprehensive narrative of facts and realities, will compel both domestic and international stakeholders, including the powerful, the elite, and the deeply concerned, to take decisive and sustained action towards effecting the necessary change in Pakistan’s governance. Extending support to the marginalized Ahmadi community will undoubtedly catalyze efforts to steer the nation towards a trajectory of peace, progress, and prosperity.