Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 01:40pm on 20 Apr 2025,Sunday International
On April 20, 2025, Kheal Das Kohistani, Pakistan's Hindu Minister for Religious Affairs, was attacked in Sindh's Thatta district during protests against government irrigation canal projects. Protesters hurled potatoes and tomatoes at his motorcade; Kohistani remained unharmed. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the assault, labeling it "unacceptable" and pledged a thorough investigation. Sindh's Chief Minister also demanded the arrest of those responsible. The incident highlights escalating tensions in Sindh, a province with a significant Hindu minority, amidst growing unrest over infrastructure initiatives. (PC: Facebook)
