Islamabad, October 12, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
A Christian man’s medical clinic was set on fire and members of the Christian community fled their homes following a blasphemy allegation in Narang Mandi, in Pakistan’s Punjab province, according to a Pakistani human rights organisation.
Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) condemned the reported arson, mob violence and threats against the Christian community in Sheikhupura district. The organisation said Kamran Gill Masih had been accused of sharing allegedly blasphemous content on social media and was subsequently arrested by police.
According to a report published by Pakistan Christian Post, Masih’s traditional medical clinic, attached to his residence and containing a small pharmacy, was torched after the allegation surfaced. Local Christian families reportedly left their homes amid fears of further attacks.
An FIR was registered at Narang Police Station on October 9 following a complaint by local resident Raees Ahmed. The complaint alleged that Masih had uploaded and shared a video containing material considered offensive to Prophet Muhammad and his family. The allegations have not been established in court.
HRFP President Naveed Walter urged the government, police and local administration to provide immediate protection to Masih, his family and other members of the affected community.
Walter said allegations of blasphemy could not justify mob violence, arson, intimidation or collective punishment. He stressed that determining guilt was the responsibility of the courts and called for due process, access to legal counsel and a fair and impartial trial for the accused.
He also urged authorities to protect vulnerable residents from threats, harassment and further violence, saying public pressure must not compromise their safety or legal rights.
HRFP warned that violence following blasphemy accusations threatens religious freedom, public safety, social cohesion and the rule of law. It said such incidents create fear among religious minorities and weaken public confidence in the justice system.
The organisation called for all allegations to be addressed through lawful judicial procedures and for reported acts of violence to be investigated impartially.
HRFP said its fact-finding team was gathering information, verifying available evidence and assessing the immediate protection needs of affected individuals and families, including those facing threats or displacement.
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