KHUZDAR: Balochistan Governor Syed Zahoor Ahmed Agha has said it is imperative to promote religious tolerance and harmony to make the entire region a cradle of peace.

Talking to a delegation of Hindu Panchayats led by Dewan Hari Chand in the historic city of Kalat on Sunday, he said the Constitution guaranteed equal rights, religious freedom and freedom of expression to all minorities living in the country.

“All minorities, especially the Hindu and Christian communities, have rendered invaluable services in the fields of education and health and it is hoped that you will continue to contribute more and more to the development of the country and the province,” he said.

The delegation apprised the governor of the difficulties faced by the people of Kalat Hindu Mohalla regarding health, education and clean drinking water.

Mr Agha listened to their problems and gave an assurance to resolve them.

Later the governor visited the historic Kali Mata Temple in Kalat.

During his two-day visit of Kalat, Governor Agha visited the house of Khan of Kalat and met Prince Agha Mohammad Khan Ahmadzai Baloch, the son of Khan of Kalat, and discussed with him issues of mutual interest and the overall situation of the country and the province.

The historical background of the state of Kalat and the valuable services of the Khan Kalat family for the whole region were also discussed.

Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf lea­der Faisal Dehwar, Pro­vincial Ombudsman Nazar Baloch, Chairman of Red Crescent Balochistan Abdul Bari Breech and Managing Director of Balochistan Education Foundation Prof Sher Zaman accompanied the governor.

During an open kutchery, orders were issued on the spot to resolve the difficulties faced by the area people. Women also participated in the kuchery.

Published in Dawn, December 13th, 2021