Contribution of Minorities to the Socio-Economic Progress of the Country

The latest episode of Jwandai Jazbey (alive spirits) discussed the contributions of minorities in Pakistan’s socio-economic development and challenges faced by them in the society.

The rights and roles of minorities, their political leadership skills, education and employment opportunities for minorities in Pakistan were central discussion points of the program. Furthermore, the program reported on governmental support for minorities in Pakistan and their quota system, the role of civil society in enhancing their capacities, the lack of a land record system for minorities in FATA, the inclusion of minorities in political movements, hate literature regarding minorities in curricula and the significance of interfaith harmony and tolerance for a responsible citizenship and prosperity of Pakistan.

Mr. Haroon Sarabdiyal, a Peshawar based social activist, took part in the program as the studio guest.

Mr. Sarabdiyal said: “The status of minorities in Pakistan is improving day by day. But still there are some issues that can only be eliminated through a continuous sensitization of the public through Friday sermons and hate free curriculum which teach the importance of interfaith harmony and tolerance.”

A radio report was part of the program that shared the contributions of minorities in the development of Pakistan since Pakistan’s inception. The report added, that despite their unlimited contribution, minorities in Pakistan are still deprived of their basic legal rights.

About Sabawoon

Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues with an input from government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives an overview of the top stories from KP and FATA regions. Jwandai Jazbey airs on Wednesday and deals with issues of relevance to, and significance for, youth, students and women. Socio-cultural affairs are discussed in Ranra on Thursday.