President urges Ulema to highlight true essence of Islam

The President said the government was not considering any change in Clause 295 C of Blasphemy Laws

LAHORE (Web Desk) – President Dr Arif Alvi on Saturday urged Ulema to highlight true essence of Islam by projecting its polite and peaceful aspects.

Speaking to a delegation of Ulema representing different sects at Governor House in Lahore on Saturday, he reiterated the Government s determination to protect Namoos-e-Risalat.

He said that the government will consult Ulema to play their effective role for ensuring that Tahafuz-e-Namoos-e-Risalat and Blasphemy Laws are not misused.

He urged the Ulema to fully cooperate with the government to ensure that sacred notions are not misused to create conflicts, aggression and destruction of peace in the country.

The President said the government was not considering any change in Clause 295 C of Blasphemy Laws, nor was it considering any proposal to recognize Israel.

He said the process of registration of Mosques and madaras will be smoothened and facilitated as per laws so that their registration process gets completed soon.

Alama Ayub Safdar on behalf of Ulema s delegation assured that Ulema will extend all possible help to ensure peace in the country. He said they will cooperate effectively to make Pakistan a welfare Islamic state.

Meanwhile, Punjab Senior Minister Abdul Aleem Khan hosted a lunch in honor of Dr Arif Alvi at his residence which was also attended by Punjab Governor Chaudhry Sarwar and the newly elected Senator Seemi Eizdi.

Abdul Aleem welcomed President on his first tour to Lahore and apprised him about the new local bodies system in the province.

He also discussed Prime Minister s 100-days plan and success achieved in the encroachment drive in the province.

President Dr Arif Alvi thanked the Senior Minister for his traditional hospitality.

Punjab Governor Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar was also present on the occasion.