SINDH, April 20: Pakistani Hindu Minister Kheal Das Kohistani was attacked by protestors in Sindh over the controversial irrigation canal project, which critics claim will reduce the downward flow of rivers crucial for local irrigation. The protest, which erupted on the pretext of protecting vital water resources, underscores deep-seated concerns among agrarian communities in the region.
The incident comes just days after Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir delivered an anti-Hindu rant, adding further fuel to the simmering communal tensions. While details of the attack are still emerging, eyewitnesses report that the demonstrators targeted Minister Kohistani amid 0passionate protests against the canal project.
Officials have yet to release an official statement regarding the motive behind the protest, though local activists maintain that the canal is seen as a threat to the water supply, which is critical for irrigation and farming in the region.
As the situation develops, calls for a thorough investigation and dialogue between stakeholders have intensified. Both local leaders and national political figures are urging authorities to address the concerns of the affected communities while ensuring that all citizens, regardless of their religious affiliation, are protected from violence and harassment.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
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