Hinduistischer Exodus in Pakistan

Summary of the Article:

The editorial discusses the increasing exodus of the Hindu community from Sindh, Pakistan, highlighting various socio-economic and security concerns. According to a study by the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP), key factors driving the migration include forced conversions and marriages of Hindu girls, kidnappings, and a deteriorating law and order situation. Economic hardships are also pushing many to leave, with reports indicating that around 300 people left the Kashmore district alone in the past year, though the actual numbers may be higher.

While wealthier Hindus in India manage to live relatively better lives, poorer migrants often end up in refugee camps. India’s Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), which came into effect in 2024, encourages this trend by offering a pathway to Indian citizenship for non-Muslim minorities from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh, while excluding Muslims.

The article asserts that there is no state-sponsored campaign against Hindus in Pakistan, but extremist elements and criminal activities continue to target the community. The Pakistani government is urged to take responsibility for ensuring the safety and security of its Hindu citizens and to address the root causes of their migration. Additionally, the editorial calls for amnesty and reintegration policies to facilitate the return of those who have migrated to India.

Full article
https://www.dawn.com/news/1887267/hindu-exodus
Second link
https://hrcp-web.org/hrcpweb/hrcp-report-investigates-hindu-migration-from-sindh/