religious tolerance
Islamabad
A delegation of International Hindu Pilgrims from different countries who are on visit to Teri Temple Karak Pakistan, called on Chief Justice Justice Gulzar Ahmed in Supreme Court Islamabad on Monday.
The Chief Justice welcomed the delegation and said that there is religious tolerance in Pakistan where every citizen has right to profess, practise and propagate his religion. The courts in Pakistan being the custodian of fundamental rights of the people have always been cognizant of rights of the minorities and protected their rights as enshrined in the constitution of Pakistan.
Patron-in-chief, Pakistan Hindu Council Dr Ramesh Kumar apprised the Chief Justice of Pakistan about the delegation that they were hailing from various countries of the world and have come all the way to visit Teri Temple in Karak.
He also praised the steps taken by the Supreme Court as well as incumbent Hon’ble’ Chief Justice of Pakistan for protection of the rights of minorities in Pakistan and restoration of Teri Temple in Karak.
He told the Chief Justice about lack of essential facilities like water, gas, toilets, medical and sanitation at Teri Temple.
Justice assured him to take up the matter with the quarters concerned.
