The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) is excited to announce a crucial initiative that will make a profound difference in the lives of vulnerable Christians in Pakistan. We are launching a priority appeal to establish a permanent safe house dedicated to providing protection and support for children and women who are victims of rape, blasphemy law survivors, other persecuted Christians and their families. Why We Need This Safe House Currently, many of those we support face long waits for temporary accommodations, which often exacerbates their trauma and vulnerability. The insecurity of awaiting a temporary rental or with financially strained relatives…
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On June 17th, during Pakistan’s celebration of Eid ul Adha, Yaqoob Masih, a Christian sanitary worker aged 50, tragically passed away while fulfilling his duty of clearing sacrificial waste from the streets of Sharaqpur Sharif. His family only learned of his situation when a supervisor contacted Ayub Masih, Yaqoob’s 19-year-old son, informing him that his father was receiving treatment at Tehsil Headquarters Hospital Sharqpur. Despite efforts to stabilize him, Yaqoob was transferred to MAYO Hospital Lahore, where he succumbed to a heart attack after battling unconsciousness for four hours. His wife, Shabana Bibi, shared that Yaqoob had initially felt unwell…
A tragic incident occurred in Satellite Town Bhalwal, Pakistan where three Christian sanitary workers lost their lives while clearing a blockage from a water disposal tank. The workers—identified as Irfan Masih (35 years old), Babar Masih (30 years old), Ratan Masih (34 years old), and Naeem Masih—arrived at the disposal tank around 6:00 am to address the issue. On Wednesday 12th June Babar Masih and Naeem Masih descended into a sewage disposal tank to dig out the sewage on the floor of the tank, then fill iron pots, which were to be pulled up by Ratan Masih and Irfan Masih…
INDIA: The village of Toylanka in Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada district was recently shaken by a horrific incident of religious violence, marking a tragic turn for religious tolerance in the region. Bindu Sodhi, a 46-year-old woman, was brutally murdered on June 24, 2024, reportedly by fanatic Hindu relatives. The reason behind this gruesome act: Sodhi’s steadfast adherence to Christianity despite warnings and threats from her own community. CAUTION: This post includes a graphic image depicting the aftermath of a tragedy placed at the very end of the post. Sodhi, who converted to Christianity four years ago, had faced ongoing harassment and intimidation…
On May 8th, Shahid Masih, a 35-year-old Christian dairy worker, was unjustly accused of theft and subjected to horrific torture by his employer, Muhammad Ijaz. In the village of Ghang Sheikhupura, Ijaz allegedly forced Shahid to ingest a corrosive substance, leaving him unconscious and in critical condition. Realizing the severity of his injuries, the perpetrators rushed Shahid to the Trauma Centre in Sheikhupura. However, despite initial medical intervention, Shahid’s condition worsened, necessitating his transfer to Mayo Hospital in Lahore for specialized care. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flY53Ai6MCo For eleven agonizing days, Shahid fought for his life at Mayo Hospital but tragically succumbed to his…
On the evening of June 3rd, tragedy struck in Shaikhum, Kasur, as the roof of Waris Masih’s single-room home collapsed, claiming the lives of three young children from two Christian families. The victims were Numan Waris (2 years old), Sawera Yaqoob (11 years old), and Sunita Yaqoob (10 years old). The BACA team attended their funeral and covered the funeral expenses. On the fateful evening of Monday, June 3rd, Rubina Bibi (32 years old), the younger sister of Waris Masih (40 years old), along with her husband Yaqoob Masih and their four children, arrived at her brother’s house for a…
On June 6th, Waqas Masih, an 18-year-old Christian, met a tragic end at the hands of his employer, Haji Saleem, along with his son Umer Saleem and their associates at a factory in Islam Pura, Lahore. Waqas was forcefully taken to the factory where he was subjected to brutal beatings, which ultimately led to his death. The alleged motive behind this violence stemmed from accusations of theft. In March 2024, Waqas had taken up packing work at a factory near his residence, earning Rs. 15,000 (£42) per month for a nine-hour daily shift, 6 times a week. However, he frequently…
Date: June 4, 2024 Location: Christian Colony Bailahata, Lahore In a disturbing turn of events, Jameela Bibi (62 yrs), a mentally challenged Christian resident, found herself behind bars after a trivial altercation with a shopkeeper escalated into serious accusations of blasphemy. The incident, which occurred on June 4th, has sent shockwaves throughout the Christian community in Lahore and raised concerns about the misuse of blasphemy laws in Pakistan. Jameela Bibi’s ordeal began innocuously enough when she visited Ashiq Super Store to purchase a sachet of Sunsilk Shampoo. However, a simple disagreement over the type of shampoo quickly spiraled into a…
A surge in religious extremism in Manipur, India, have led to severe religious persecution against the Kuki Christian community. Over 200 Christians have been killed, and numerous villages, houses, and churches have been destroyed, resulting in significant displacement and hardship. The violence has left around 70,000 Kuki Christians homeless and struggling for basic necessities such as food, clothing, and medicine. Read more (here) While the government has set up some relief camps, their capacity is limited, accommodating only about 10% of the displaced population. This has left many without adequate shelter and struggling to survive. Dr. Chongloi has emphasized the…
Rehena Majeed, a 40-year-old Pakistani Christian asylum seeker in Thailand, joyfully received a £200 gift from British Asian Christian Association this month. This financial assistance will help her purchase medication, pay rent, and afford other essentials for her survival in Thailand. Rehena fled Pakistan in 2013 after a Muslim colleague attempted to force her into marriage and conversion. Despite her repeated refusals, the man persisted, and due to her minority status, she couldn’t continue to resist without putting her family in danger. When the situation became unmanageable, she sought help from a Catholic priest, who advised her to leave Pakistan.…