Karachi peace march urges global harmony and protection of human rights

KARACHI: A peace march organised by the Human Rights Council of Pakistan was held outside the Karachi Press Club on Sunday, with participation from members of civil society, political and social figures, and a large number of citizens.

Speakers at the gathering stressed the importance of peace at both the global and regional levels, saying stability was essential for development and prosperity. They underscored the need for lasting peace in Pakistan as well as in other parts of the world.

The participants also drew attention to human rights violations linked to wars, shortages of medical facilities and other humanitarian crises in conflict-hit areas. They said Pakistan had historically played a constructive role in efforts aimed at promoting peace internationally and called for the message of harmony to be spread across the world.

The speakers urged diplomatic engagement to address ongoing international tensions, including those between the United States and Iran. They also voiced concern over conflicts and alleged atrocities in areas including Lebanon and Palestine.

Call for international action

According to the speakers, the international community should take effective measures to stop aggression and bring wars to an end. They said armed conflict places a heavier burden on lower and middle-income groups, contributing to inflation, unemployment and wider socio-economic difficulties.

They further said that inflation and the loss of human life had become global concerns that required a collective response. The event concluded with prayers for Pakistan’s prosperity, peace across the world and the protection of humanity.

Participants also paid tribute to Pakistan’s civil and military leadership for what they described as its role in advancing peace efforts.

Who led the march

The march was led by Human Rights Council of Pakistan representatives, including Jamshed Hussain, senior Supreme Court Bar lawyer Yasin Azad, Dr Mahboob Nonari, Bashir Dars, Maryam Siddiqui and Tanzila Khurram, along with others.

The event brought together a mix of citizens and public figures around calls for peace, diplomatic solutions to conflicts and stronger protection of human rights in regions affected by war and humanitarian emergencies.