In a major step towards addressing the issue of sacrilege, the Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab Government has convened the first meeting of the Select Committee formed to review and formulate laws related to sacrilege incidents.
Punjab Govt Holds First Meeting of Select Committee on Sacrilege Law, Seeks Public Suggestions
According to an official statement shared by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab, the committee aims to gather insights and recommendations from religious institutions, intellectuals, and the general public to ensure that the proposed law is inclusive and effective.
People can share their opinions and suggestions through phone
People can share their opinions and suggestions through phone and WhatsApp, making the process participatory and transparent. The government believes public input will help shape a law that reflects the sentiments of the people of Punjab.
The next meeting of the committee is scheduled for July 29 (Tuesday), where further discussions will be held based on the feedback received.
This move comes in the wake of repeated incidents of sacrilege that have sparked widespread public outcry in the state. The Mann government had earlier promised to bring in strict and clear legislation to deter such acts.
The government has emphasized that any law concerning matters of faith must be consultative and transparent. By opening the floor to the public, the committee hopes to gather a wide range of perspectives to ensure that the law is both effective and respectful of all communities. This step has been welcomed by various civil society groups who have long demanded meaningful legislation on the issue.
By involving the public and various religious institutions in the process, the AAP government aims to rebuild public trust and ensure that future incidents of sacrilege are met with swift and appropriate legal action.
