After 13 long years behind bars for a crime he did not commit, Pastor Zafar Bhatti (54 yrs) was finally acquitted of blasphemy charges on 2nd October 2025, regaining his long-awaited freedom. Just two days later, he tragically passed away from cardiac arrest, leaving his devoted wife Nawab Bibi (76 yrs) and the Christian community in deep mourning. BACA, who stood by Zafar throughout his imprisonment, immediately arranged for his burial in Karachi, fulfilling his final wish. Though his earthly journey has ended, Zafar’s faith, endurance, and ultimate vindication remain a powerful testament to hope in Christ amidst persecution. It…
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Freedom Secured: Lahore High Court, Rawalpindi Bench acquits Zafar Bhatti after 13 years of imprisonment in Adiala Jail, Rawalpindi After 13 long and harrowing years in prison, falsely accused of sending two blasphemous text messages, Pakistani Christian pastor Zafar Bhatti has finally been acquitted. On 2nd October 2025, the Lahore High Court, Rawalpindi Bench, overturned his conviction following strong arguments presented by BACA-appointed solicitor, Saif ul Malook. The decision ends a painful chapter in Zafar’s life, but his fight for true freedom and safety is far from over. The Court’s Decision During the hearing on 25th September, Justices Jawad Hassan…
Severe floods in Kasur left families displaced, hungry, and at risk of deadly diseases. BACA reached Bhikiwind with food, water, and emergency relief during the crisis. As sickness spread, we organised a medical camp treating hundreds of Christians and Muslims. Your support can help us continue bringing life-saving aid to Pakistan’s flood survivors. In the wake of Pakistan’s devastating floods, the British Asian Christian Association (BACA) has stepped in to provide life-saving aid to families in Bhikiwind, Kasur. Hundreds of Christians and Muslims have now received food, clean water, and urgent medical care through our emergency response. A Crisis on…
On 13th September 2025, 18-year-old Shoaib Masih was brutally attacked in Kot Radha Kishan, suffering fractures, burns, and severe humiliation. The attackers shaved his head, removed his eyebrows, and threatened his family to drop the case. Police filed an FIR, but the culprits remain on pre-arrest bail, leaving the family in fear. BACA has visited the family, offering prayers, legal support, and financial assistance as they seek justice. On 13th September 2025, 18-year-old Shoaib Masih, a Christian boy from Kot Radha Kishan, Kasur, was brutally beaten and humiliated by a gang of Muslim men identified as Fawad, Ali, and Abdul…
Torrential rains in Sindh left Christian and Hindu families surrounded by stagnant water and deadly swarms of mosquitoes. Children as young as two were diagnosed with malaria, while families struggled without access to healthcare or prevention. On 1st September 2025, BACA delivered mosquito nets to 40 vulnerable families, offering safety and hope. With your support, we can continue protecting forgotten communities from life-threatening disease. In August, torrential rains devastated communities across Sindh, leaving behind stagnant water that quickly turned into breeding grounds for mosquitoes. For the Christian and Hindu families of Ahmad Khan Mari, this became a life-threatening crisis. Children…
A day after his engagement, 28-year-old Asif Masih was brutally attacked by a Muslim mob in Vehari, Punjab. The gang beat him with bricks and bats, leaving him with fatal head injuries from which he later died in hospital. His grieving family says the police report is flawed and murder charges have not yet been added. BACA has supported the family with funeral costs, prayers, and a pledge of legal aid in their fight for justice. On 23rd September 2025, tragedy struck the Christian community of Vehari, Punjab, when 28-year-old Asif Masih was assaulted and fatally beaten by a gang…
Pakistani Christian pastor Zafar Bhatti has spent 13 years in prison after being accused of sending just two blasphemous text messages—a charge he denies. At a recent hearing, our Advocate Saif-ul-Malook questioned how such a long sentence could be justified without forensic evidence. Repeated delays and false excuses from the complainant’s lawyers have stalled justice, while Zafar’s frail wife, Nawab Bibi, struggles with serious health issues. We have now hired a full time carer to assist her. His case highlights the harsh misuse of Pakistan’s blasphemy laws against vulnerable minorities. Wrongfully Convicted, Endlessly Delayed: Zafar Bhatti’s 13-Year Ordeal For over…
After heavy rains in Raiwind, the home of Aslam Masih’s family collapsed, killing three loved ones. Left homeless and grieving, the family found temporary shelter with relatives. BACA stepped in to rebuild a stronger, safer home with stronger concrete roofing and solid foundations. Next week, the family will finally return to their new house—a symbol of hope and resilience. In July, tragedy struck a Christian family in Raiwind when relentless rains caused their modest home to collapse. The weakened foundation and cracked walls gave way, killing three family members: Meerab Aslam (8 years old), her grandmother Nasreen Bibi (60), and…
A devastating roof collapse in Narowal destroyed the home of Nasir Masih’s family, tragically killing a young child and injuring several others. This family of 16, already carrying the weight of multiple losses, is now displaced—struggling with grief, injuries, and severe financial hardship. BACA has pledged to rebuild their home with stronger foundations and safer design, while also providing urgent medical care and emotional support for the children. Demolition of the flood-ravaged structure has already begun to make the site safe for reconstruction. With your support, we can help restore security, dignity, and hope to this resilient Christian family. The…
Shama and Shahzad Masih were brutally murdered in 2014, leaving their three young children orphaned. BACA has provided ongoing care, education, and emotional support to help them thrive despite their trauma. The family now faces urgent needs: electricity restoration, secure storage, and school necessities. Your support can ensure these resilient children continue to grow safely and pursue their dreams. The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) remains committed to caring for the orphaned children of Shama and Shahzad Masih, the young Christian couple falsely accused of blasphemy and brutally murdered in 2014. As these children continue to grow and pursue their…