Islamabad, November 7, 2026: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has extended warm greetings to the Hindu community in Pakistan and around the world on the occasion of Diwali, reaffirming the government’s commitment to protecting the rights, dignity and religious freedoms of all citizens.
In his message issued on the eve of the festival, the Prime Minister said Diwali symbolised the triumph of light over darkness, hatred, intolerance and despair, conveying a message of peaceful coexistence and harmony in society.
He said the Hindu community was a valued and integral part of Pakistan’s national fabric, acknowledging its valuable contributions to the country’s social, cultural and economic development.
Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan took pride in its religious and cultural diversity, describing the country’s diverse traditions as an important social asset.
He reaffirmed that the Constitution of Pakistan guaranteed the religious and civil rights of minorities, adding that the government remained firmly committed to safeguarding the rights and freedoms of every citizen, irrespective of religion, faith, colour or ethnicity.
The Prime Minister stressed that promoting religious harmony, mutual respect and unity was a shared responsibility, emphasising the need to build a peaceful, inclusive and prosperous society that provided equal educational and economic opportunities to all citizens.
He called upon the nation to renew its commitment to interfaith harmony, strengthen bonds of fraternity and brotherhood, and work collectively towards a future based on peace, tolerance and mutual understanding.
Expressing his best wishes to Pakistani Hindus celebrating the festival, Shehbaz Sharif hoped that Diwali would bring happiness, prosperity and hope, while spreading a message of peace and goodwill throughout society.
“Heartfelt felicitations to the Hindu community on the joyous occasion of Diwali!” the Prime Minister said.
