Govt disowns Islamabad interfaith conference, warns of legal action

In a statement issued by the ministry’s spokesperson, MORA said it had no involvement in organising or supporting the gathering and that no

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony (MORA) has formally distanced itself from an interfaith conference scheduled to take place at a local hotel in Islamabad on September 1, clarifying that the event has neither government backing nor official representation.

In a statement issued by the ministry’s spokesperson, MORA said it had no involvement in organising or supporting the gathering and that no official representative would attend the event.

The ministry warned that any attempt to portray the conference as an officially endorsed or government-sponsored activity would be “unauthorized and misleading.”

Ministry Issues Legal Warning

MORA made it clear that the conference should not be viewed as a representative activity of either the Ministry of Religious Affairs or the Government of Pakistan.

The ministry further cautioned that it reserves the right to pursue legal action if its name, official identity or affiliation is used without authorization.

The clarification followed requests made to the ministry concerning the event and comes amid concerns over the presentation of private religious gatherings as government-backed initiatives.

Christian Leaders’ Concerns Noted

The ministry also addressed concerns reportedly raised by Pakistani Christian religious leaders regarding the conference.

According to the spokesperson, the government respects the religious identity, beliefs and concerns of the historic and mainstream Christian community in Pakistan and considers respect for religious identities an important part of its policy.

Sources said the conference has reportedly been linked to Mormon organisers, although the ministry has stressed that it has no official association with the event.

Government Moves to Avoid Misperception

The ministry’s clarification appears intended to prevent any impression that the federal government has endorsed or patronised the gathering.

The development also highlights the sensitivity surrounding interfaith activities in Pakistan, particularly when government names, affiliations or official identities are used in connection with private events.

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