In response to media queries regarding increase in Islamophobic incidents across India, the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Shafqat Ali khan stated:
“Pakistan expresses grave concern over the alarming rise in Islamophobic incidents across India.”
He further said:
“Pakistan calls upon the Government of India to uphold the rights and safety of all its citizens, regardless of faith. The targeting of Muslims through hate speech, discriminatory actions, and state complicity is a matter of serious concern for the international community.”
The Spokesperson added:
“At a time when restraint and reconciliation are most needed, the deliberate incitement of religious hatred for political or ideological purposes violates international human rights obligations and vitiates the prospects for communal harmony, and regional stability.”
