Sikh Student Tortured in Pakistan School

Sikh Student Faces Religious Persecution in Pakistan

A young Sikh girl from Faisalabad, Pakistan, has reportedly endured severe religious persecution at a local Christian school. The incident, which has drawn widespread condemnation, involved the forcible removal of her turban and physical assault after she refused to participate in Christian prayers.

According to reports, the girl’s mother revealed that school staff repeatedly kicked and punched her daughter, even though she suffers from asthma. The family also alleged that teachers hindered efforts by the girl’s sister to assist, claiming the victim was feigning distress. This has raised serious concerns among Sikh community members about the safety and treatment of minorities in Pakistan.

Sikh Brotherhood International strongly condemned the incident and has demanded accountability for those involved. The mother also shared that she had previously faced abuse, including being held captive for nine months and her son’s sacred hair being cut without consent. Punjab’s minority affairs minister intervened after a journalist highlighted the case, leading to her release.

The situation highlights ongoing issues of religious intolerance and mistreatment of minorities in Pakistan, particularly within educational settings. The Sikh community is calling for justice and protection of their members’ rights in the face of such incidents.