Staff Reporter
Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar has strongly condemned the ghastly murder of a Lankan citizen in Sialkot by setting his body on fire. The Chief Minister said that this tragic incident has left every Pakistani in shock.
Usman Buzdar said that those responsible for this awful act do not deserve to be called human beings adding that the accused will not escape the stern punishment. He assured that justice would be served at any case as such people do not deserve any concession.
The accused would be awarded strict punishment according to the law.
He said that our religion discourages violence and extremism as Islam is a religion of peace and harmony.
The Chief Minister extended heartfelt sympathies and condolences with the bereaved family and Sri Lankan government and said that the Punjab government is standing beside them in their time of trial. He also assured them that all the culprits will be brought to book.
Usman Buzdar said that he is speechless over this brutal killing which has left the whole nation sad and ashamed.
The government will fulfil all its responsibilities in this regard, said the Chief Minister. He said prompt legal action is being taken against the responsible.
The case trial will be held in Anti-Terrorism Court
He said Pakistan belongs to everyone who lives here, regardless of any religion, race and cast, every single person who is living in the beloved homeland is Pakistani.
Safeguarding the life and property of citizens is the responsibility of the state. Instructions have been issued to take effective measures to prevent such tragic incidents in future, CM concluded.
