The Federal Minister for Interior, Sheikh Rashid Ahmed has condemned the tragic Sialkot incident and urged the nation to collectively fight the menace of extremism in the country.
According to media reports, the Interior Minister has expressed his views while addressing a news conference in Islamabad on Tuesday.
On the occasion, Sheikh Rashid Ahmed has said that every citizen has a responsibility to raise voice against extremism and terrorism. He said the law will take its course against the culprits involved in the incident.
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The Interior Minister further stated that the media has an important role to curb extremism in the society. He said the extremist elements should not be given coverage by the media.
While talking about the protest of Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM), he said the nation celebrates 23rd March as Pakistan Day but the opposition has given a call for protest on the day.
“Everyone has right for peaceful protest. However, the opposition needs to review its decision about the date of the protest,” he added.
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