Chairman Samuel Payara and CLA President Advocate Adnan Shamim Bhatti met with Justice, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar today

A delegation from the Implementation Minority Rights Forum (IMRF) and the Christian Lawyers Association Pakistan (CLA) Led by MRIF Chairman Samuel Payara and CLA President Advocate Adnan Shamim Bhatti met with Minister for Law and Justice, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar today on 30th April 2024. The delegation focused on critical issues concerning implementation of minority rights and enhancing the role of National commission for Minorities. The meeting focused on the implementation of the Christian Marriage Act of 1872, appointments of Christian Marriage Registrar. Furthermore, suggestions were given regarding legislative measures for sanitation workers’ safety, as per recent Supreme Court rulings, and the establishment of National Minority Culture Awards. The delegation also suggested for amendments to the Christian Marriage act.Law minister lauded and welcomed all the suggestions by the participants and assured full cooperation and pledged to involve provincial government in further actions. This dialogue underscores the government’s commitment to upholding minority rights in Pakistan.