Removal of hate material from textbooks sought

PESHAWAR: Speakers at a seminar here on Monday termed education curriculum responsible for the hatred against religious minorities and urged removal of the hate material to create harmony among different sections of society for a peaceful Pakistan.
They were addressing at a seminar on the occasion of the launching of a campaign titled, “Bolo Zimaidari Say” (Speak with responsibility). It was organised at the Press Club under the auspices of South Asia Partnership Pakistan (SAP-PK) in collaboration with the Aurat Foundation, Strengthening Participatory Organisations and the Sungi Development Foundation to mark the International Peace Day.
Highlighting issues being faced by the non-Muslim communities in the country, they deplored that the minorities were deprived of rights.
The speakers termed democracy the best way to eradicate hate and create harmony, brotherhood and atmosphere of love.
Harun Sarab Diyal said even the officials of different government departments did not pay heed to the minorities. He said that those working at the minorities affairs department looked down upon them.
Sharjeel Ahmad stressed the need for curbing the hate speeches and underscored the need for promoting pluralistic values in the society. He urged the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority to monitor and discourage hate speeches.