A Pakistani Christian asylum-seeking family in Thailand was torn apart when immigration police arrested three adults and detained them in harsh IDC conditions. Their 15-year-old son was released due to his age, leaving his 20-year-old brother struggling alone to care for him. The family urgently needs 150,000 Thai Baht to secure bail and reunite. BACA has launched an emergency appeal to free them and restore hope in their darkest moment. On 18th November, Royal Thai Immigration Police raided a condominium building in Paruchunith as part of Thailand’s nationwide crackdown targeting foreigners overstaying their visas.Caught in this sweep were four members…
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A year after his arrest under false blasphemy accusations, 22-year-old Christian waiter Basharat Masih has finally received legal support. After his previous lawyer withdrew due to threats, his family turned to BACA, who appointed Pakistan’s leading blasphemy advocate, Saif ul Malook. Recent cross-examination has exposed serious flaws in the evidence, raising hopes for Basharat’s acquittal. As the trial continues, BACA stands firmly with the family—fighting for justice, truth, and Basharat’s freedom. On 26 June 2024, 22-year-old Basharat Masih, a Christian waiter from Faisalabad, was arrested under Pakistan’s harsh blasphemy laws while travelling to Naran to begin a new job. His…
A remote Christian and Hindu community in Jarawater, Sindh, lived for years without clean water. Women and children walked long distances to collect contaminated canal water, leading to sickness and daily hardship. BACA has now installed a water pump, bringing safe drinking water to their doorstep. The community is asking for help again—this time, to build a much-needed washroom. Last month, the British Asian Christian Association (BACA) received a plea for urgent help from the impoverished Christian and Hindu families living in Jarawater, Sindh. The request—relayed by BACA volunteer Evangelist Daniyal—was simple but critical: the community desperately needed a water…
A Christian pastor who had already survived an extremist attack just two months ago in Islamabad was tragically shot by an unknown assailant in Gujranwala, where he had recently sought safety for himself and his family. Despite desperate efforts by doctors, he succumbed to his injuries, leaving the Christian community across Pakistan shaken and heartbroken. His killing has reignited deep fears among already vulnerable believers, while his devastated family struggles to comprehend the loss of a man who risked everything to serve God and his people. BACA has visited the bereaved family, standing with them in their grief and providing…
A milestone moment—but real change will depend on action, not symbolism London / Islamabad – In a landmark step for human rights in Pakistan, Parliament has passed the long-awaited National Commission for Minorities Rights Bill 2025, paving the way for a statutory body dedicated exclusively to safeguarding the rights of non-Muslim citizens. The bill passed during a joint session with 160 votes in favour and 79 against, despite heated resistance from several religious political parties. The session saw intense debate, walkouts, and verbal protests—but lawmakers persisted, approving the bill clause by clause.For Pakistan’s Christian, Hindu, Sikh, and other minority communities,…
A deadly roof collapse in Narowal claimed the life of two-year-old Anaya and left several family members seriously injured. The extended Masih family, now homeless and grieving, were forced to take refuge in cramped rooms offered by neighbours. BACA stepped in immediately—covering funeral and medical costs and committing to rebuild their entire home with strong, weather-resistant foundations. Construction is now underway, and the family hopes to move back into their new home before Christmas. A devastating tragedy struck a Christian family in Narowal when the roof of their aging home collapsed after heavy rains, killing a young child and injuring…
BACA trustee Juliet Chowdhry and Hannah Chowdhry Humanitarian Projects & Communications Volunteer, travelled across Pakistan to comfort widows, support orphaned children, and encourage families devastated by blasphemy persecution. They visited Nawab Bibi after the heartbreaking death of her husband, Pastor Zafar Bhatti, assuring continued care and medical support. They brought joy and practical help to the orphaned children of Shama and Shehzad, and comforted the grieving family of Nabeel Masih. Their journey concluded with renewed hope for Basharat Masih’s release as BACA’s legal team fights to secure justice for him. In early November 2025, BACA trustees Juliet Chowdhry and Hannah…
Basharat Masih’s family, unable to afford legal help after their initial Solicitor withdrew from the case following a series of threats, turned to BACA as court pressure mounted. BACA swiftly hired Pakistan’s top blasphemy lawyer, Saif ul Malook, bringing new hope to the desperate family. Court proceedings have begun, though delays continue due to absent witnesses and a lawyers’ strike. Despite the challenges, Basharat’s family and BACA remain determined to fight for his freedom—trusting God for justice. The family of Basharat Masih, a poor Christian labourer imprisoned under false blasphemy charges, has finally found a ray of hope. After months…
A Christian family in Raiwind lost three loved ones when monsoon rains caused their fragile home to collapse. Left homeless and grieving, they sought temporary shelter while BACA covered funeral costs and pledged to rebuild their house. Despite heavy rain delays, BACA constructed a strong, elevated, and fully furnished new home with two rooms, a kitchen, and a veranda. The family has now returned with gratitude, finding safety, dignity, and hope restored after unimaginable tragedy. In July, devastating monsoon rains brought tragedy to a Christian family in Raiwind when their fragile home collapsed under the pressure of relentless downpour. The…
On 26th June 2024, 22-year-old Basharat Masih, a Christian waiter from Faisalabad, was arrested under Pakistan’s blasphemy laws while travelling to his new job in Naran. He has remained in Adiala Jail for over a year, accused of a crime he denies, with his family unable to afford legal representation. As court hearings continue, the judge has now demanded a defence lawyer after Basharat’s previous lawyer withdrew from the case, leaving his family and loved ones in deep despair. The British Asian Christian Association is urgently seeking support to fund his legal defence and fight for his freedom. Plea for…