LAHORE (Dunya News) — Punjab Minister for Minority Affairs Ramesh Singh Arora on Saturday officially opened the Kaluah Temple and Ath Dara Pavilion at Lahore Fort during a ceremony organized by the World City of Lahore Authority (WCLA).
The event also celebrated the conservation of Sikh-era baths and heritage sites, with support from the US Ambassadors’ Fund for Cultural Preservation. The Punjab government reiterated its commitment to protecting minority and interfaith heritage.
Arora said Lahore has long been a center for multiple religions and civilizations. “The temple and pavilion symbolize Punjab’s multicultural identity,” he added, noting that protecting minority heritage preserves historical continuity and promotes interfaith harmony.
He praised the efforts of the Aga Khan Cultural Service and WCLA for safeguarding the sites and said that promoting religious tourism would strengthen international ties and benefit the local economy. Arora emphasized that opening these historical sites to Sikh, Hindu, and Christian communities is a significant step forward.
“Historical landmarks are bridges of unity, respect, and tolerance,” he said, adding that the Punjab government will continue such projects in the future.