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assess the ground situation and have a direct
interaction with the Kalash minority and share their
grievances. The Commissioner also attended funeral
of an elder of the Kalash community, who died on that
very day. The Kalash minority appreciated the
Commissioner for participating in the funeral
ceremony of their elder. On this occasion the
Commissioner allowed the community to perform their
rituals according to their traditions and assured them
that there will be no hindrance in the way.
iv.
On 22nd a meeting was held in the Governor’s cottage
Chitral with the Ismaili community in presence of the
district administration. A direct feedback was
obtained from the community. The Ismaili community
of Chitral pointed out the broadcasting of provocative
speeches from a local FM channel. It was revealed
that the FM channel is a religious one and has been
allowed by the PEMRA under the law, however the
owner has been summoned by the district
administration. He has been warned and strictly
directed not to broadcast live discussions and only
recorded programs will be allowed for broadcasting
subject to the screening by the district administration.
A timely action has been taken in order to prevent any
communal problem in Chitral and to promote complete
harmony amongst the different sections of Muslim
communities and minorities. The Commissioner
directed the district administration to monitor the
broadcasting of the FM channel and in case it violates
the agreement with the district administration, PEMRA
will be requested for cancellation of its license
accordingly.
v.
The Ismaili community was assured that the
administration is fully aware of the situation and the
Commissioner informed them, that it is right of every
citizen to be given protection by the state as enshrined
in the constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan and
the government will leave no stone unturned for the
safety and security of the Ismaili community, who
have contributed for the development of not only
Chitral but for the entire country. The Commissioner
appreciated the role played by the Ismaili community
in progress and development of the country,
particularly Chitral and Northern areas. There is no
one to deny the services of Sir Sultan Muhammad
Agha Khan-III, for founding Muslim League in 1906
and subsequent struggle for freedom movement. The
district administration was directed to keep on board
the representatives of the Ismaili community for
durable peace in the area.
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