Minorities Year Book - Pakistan Government

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YEAR BOOK
2005 – 2006
GOVERN MENT OF PAKISTAN

MINISTRY OF MINORITIES
MINORITIES AFFAIRS DIVISION
ISLAMABAD
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Message From Minister for Minorities
With the minorities Affairs Division in the second year of its having been set
up as a separate Ministry, I can say this with great pleasure that the step of the
Government to establish a full-fledged organization especially for Minorities
has been a very significant administrative decision. With the focus solely on
the welfare and protection of the Minorities, in order to deal with issues
relating to them, the Ministry has been able to generate good will and
substantive results both in terms of practical measures taken and positive
image of Pakistan for the foreign observation during official visits to Pakistan
and vice-versa.
Our commitment to the mission statement of Minorities Affairs Division is re-

affirmed with the launching of the second Year Book for the year 2005-2006.
We have made a few additions in this year book to include wider scope of
activities as has been taken during the year in order to substantiate our goals
and also to give our reader new dimensions of actions in keeping with our
objectives.
We continue our efforts to ameliorate and improve conditions for minorities

living in Pakistan and together we look forward to a better tomorrow for all of
us, Inshallah.
(Ijazul Haq)
Minister
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Message from Minister of State for Minorities Affairs
It is my pleasure and honour to have the opportunity to convey my feelings

being a representative of Pakistani Minorities, through this yearbook.
The step of setting up of a separate ministry for minorities was a reflection

upon government’s determination and dedication towards addressing the
multifarious problems being faced by the minority communities of Pakistan.
Appointment of a Minister of State from minority communities in addition to
the Federal Minister is another step towards achieving that goal.
A brief overview of the policies made and practical measures taken during the
year 2005-2006 is presented in this yearbook, which reflects upon the
performance of the Ministry. There may have been a number of shortcomings,
keeping in view the fact that the Ministry is still in its infancy. But we are
optimistic that with our continuous endeavors and feed back from readers we
will work together towards creating an environment of harmony and peace for
all the citizens of Pakistan.
(Prof. Mushtaq Victor)

Minister for State
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FOREWORD
It has been two years since Minorities Affairs Division has been working as
an independent Ministry. Last year, we presented the first yearbook of the
Ministry i.e. for the year 2004-2005 where we made an effort to help the
readers gain an insight into the vision, objectives, working and achievements
of this Ministry. We are proud to present the second yearbook for the year
2005-2006 after the completion of another successful year.
The Ministry is still in the process of evolution. Through this yearbook, we

have made an effort to bring to light the progress we have made during the
past year, keeping in view the main objective, i.e., the welfare and uplift of the
Minorities.
Any feedback for bringing improvement/change is most welcome.
(Sharif Ahmad)
Secretary
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S.NO. TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE NO.
1 Message from Minister for Minorities i
2 Message from Minister of State for Minorities ii
3 Forward iii
4 Introduction 1
5 Mission Statement 1
6 Functions 1–2
7 Socio Economic Development 3–4
Special Fund For The Welfare and Uplift Of
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Minorities
9 Small Development Schemes 5
10 Schemes Approved During 2005-06 5
Scope of Development Schemes for Financial
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Year 2005-06
Repair / Maintenance / Renovation / Protection
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of Holy / Worship Places
Support to NGOs working for the Welfare of
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Minorities
Basic Amenities Sui Gas, Electricity, Soling /
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Drains and Roads
15 Financial Assistance 7
Special Fund For The Welfare and Uplift Of
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Minorities (Scholarships)
17 National Cultural Award for Minorities 9
18 National Commission for Minorities 10
Constitution of Interfaith Harmony Committees
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at District Level
20 International Liaison 12 – 14
21 Evacuee Trust Property Board 15 – 17
Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak
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Committee (PSGPC)
Functions of Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara
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Parbandhak Committee (PSGPC)
Constitution of Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara
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Parbandhak Committee (PSGPC)
25 Facilities Provided to Sikh / Hindu Yatrees 19
26 Goals and Targets 19 – 25
Appendices
Development Schemes approved by the
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Development Committee during 2005-06
28 List of Awardees of National Cultural Award 40 – 43
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INTRODUCTION
To protect the rights of minorities as envisaged under the Constitution of

Pakistan, the Ministry of Minorities was established in September 2004. Since
then the Ministry is working for the betterment and uplift of various religious
minorities in Pakistan.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Ministry in the light of role assigned to it has set for itself the mission as
below: -
“Promotion of welfare of minorities,

safeguarding their rights, protection against
discrimination, upkeep of their religious places/
properties and expeditious socio-economic
uplift of all minorities without any
discrimination”.
FUNCTIONS
In terms of Rule (3) Item 21(B) Schedule-II to the Rules of Business, 1973,
the Ministry has been entrusted with the following functions:-
a. Safeguarding the rights of minorities;
b. Promotion of welfare of minorities;
c. Protection of minorities against discrimination;
d. Representation of Pakistan in international

bodies and conferences relating to minorities,
including U.N. Sub-Commission on Prevention
of Discrimination to Minorities;
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e. International Agreements and commitments in
respect of minorities and their implementation;
f. All other matters relating to minorities;
g. Evacuee Trust Property Board; and
h. Policy and legislation with regard to evacuee

trust property.
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SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The Articles – 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28, and 36 of the Constitution of Islamic
Republic of Pakistan provide full protection to all citizens of Pakistan without
any discrimination of colour, creed, cult, language or gender. Other than
Muslims all religious groups in Pakistan who represent 3.72% of the total
population are enjoying equal rights under the aegis of constitution of the
country.
To uphold constitutional commitment Government of Pakistan has allocated a

special fund for the minorities. This fund ensures that the minorities do not
feel left out and are assisted throughout the year by the Government in
concrete schemes, which could not be reflected in PSDP. Two parts of the
fund operative in this Ministry are: -
(i) Special Fund for Uplift of Minorities (Development Schemes);
(ii) Special Fund for Welfare of Minorities (Scholarship).
i) SPECIAL FUND FOR THE WELFARE AND UPLIFT

OF MINORITIES.
A non-lapsable ‘Special Fund for the uplift of minorities’ is operative
in this Ministry since 1985. The Federal Government provided an
allocation of Rs.70 million to this fund in its annual budget 2005-2006.
This fund was utilized for the following purposes: -
a) Small development schemes for minorities. 70%
b) Financial assistance to needy individuals (minorities) 30%
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Those funds were utilized through the active participation of elders of
the minorities and on the recommendations of parliamentarians.
Small Development Schemes
A detailed Accounting Procedure authorizes a development

committee to approve the schemes received from the provincial
governments/community leaders, minorities members of
parliament etc. The development committee comprising the
following:-
1 Minister for Minorities Chairman

2 Secretary, Ministry of Minorities Member
3 Joint Secretary (Minorities) Member
4 Financial Advisor to the M/o Member
Minorities
5 Representative of Pak. PWD Member
6 Chief / Deputy Chief, Planning & Member
Development
Deputy Secretary (A/M),
7 Secretary
M/o Minorities
Prior to the induction of the present elected regime, funds were

being spent on recommendations of the provincial
governments. However, as a result of introduction of joint
electorate system in the general election held in October 2002,
the minorities have the right to vote in electing MNAs on
general seats. Consequently the MNAs have to respond to the
expectations and aspirations of minorities, as they are an
integral part of the constituency. Hence development schemes
out of the Special Fund for the welfare and uplift of minorities
also required consultation with all concerned MNAs.
Therefore, funds are now being utilized through the active
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participation of elders of the minorities, on the
recommendations of parliamentarian.
Provincial allocations out of the development fund are made on

the basis of the minority population (according to latest census)
of four provinces and are beside those implemented under
other public sector development programme.
During the financial year 2005-2006, the development

committee met once. A special focus was to prioritize those
schemes that aimed at “greatest good to the greatest number”
Detail is at Appendix-I.
SCHEMES APPROVED DURING 2005-2006

S. No. Province No. of Schemes Amount
1 Punjab 26 14,733,969
2 Sindh 10 5,401,700
3 NWFP 05 3,461,000
4 Balochistan 01 1,200,000
TOTAL 42 24,796,669
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Scope of Development Schemes for F.Y 2005-06
The development committee schemes for the financial year 2005-06

primarily are focused in the following areas: -
i. Repair / maintenance / renovation / protection of holy /

worship places of minorities;
ii. Support to NGOs working for the Welfare of

Minorities; and
iii. Basic amenities, Sui Gas, Electricity, Soling / drains

and Roads.
Repair/maintenance/renovation/protection of holy/worship places
Twenty-one development schemes were approved in the minority

populated area i.e. Lahore, Gujranwala, Sheikhupura, Kasur,
Rawalpindi, Pattoki, Bahawalnagar, Sanghar Mirpurkhas, Larkana and
Mansehra. These schemes were necessary for improving ambiance of
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worshiping places for the minorities in the country. There is a dire
need of preservation and maintenance of worship places and protection
from illegal encroachment.
The completion of these schemes would ensure not only facilitation for
religious ceremonies, maintenance of religious places that are in a
dilapidated state either due to neglect or poverty of the concerned
community, but would also earn good will and brotherhood that will
emanate as a result of these schemes.
Support to NGOs working for the Welfare of Minorities
The development committee for supply of sewing machines approved

01 development scheme to minority NGOs, in the minority populated
area of Districts, Gujranwala.
Basic amenities, Sui Gas, Electricity, Soling/drains and Roads
Various far-flung areas such as villages in Swat, Tirah, Gujranwala

have basic amenities, such as paved streets, soling/drainage some of
the densely populated area of Karachi & Islamabad also do not provide
basic necessities to the minorities areas. The measures taken under
various 09 small schemes during the current year could provide
immediate relief to the target areas.
Financial Assistance
In continuation of the policy and main objective of this Ministry i.e

welfare of minorities, Financial Assistance was granted to a number of
deserving minority individuals this year as well. Moreover, in order to
help poor minority individuals celebrate their religious festivals,
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financial help was granted on occasion like Christmas, Easter Holi and
Bisakhi, etc.
The category wise break up of financial assistance disbursed during

the financial year 2005-2006 is given below: -
Year No of persons Amount in Rupees

2005 3581 8,040,995 (Through Minister)
2006 3112 11,359,457 (Through MNA’s)
Total 6693 19,400,452
SPECIAL FUND FOR THE WELFARE OF

MINORITIES (SCHOLARSHIPS)
Special Fund for the welfare of minorities (Scholarships) is operating
in the Ministry since 1985. The fund is meant for the uplift and
advancement of educational status of the minority communities. The
spirit behind the scholarship scheme is optimal usage of talent in
educational institutions so that the students belonging to minority
communities could prove themselves as asset for the country. The
amount spent on grant of scholarships during the financial year 2005-
2006 is given below.
No. of Students Amount

7,565 10,794,800
As per procedure, applications for scholarships are invited through

press each year. These applications after thorough scrutiny are
processed and scholarships are awarded to eligible students.
The following rates of scholarships to various categories of students

are under consideration in Finance Division as the Ministry of
Minorities has suggested significant increase in these rates:-
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(i) Primary level (Class I-V) Rs. 50/- p.m.
(ii) Secondary level (Class VI-X) Rs.100/- p.m.
(iii) Intermediate level (FA, F.Sc, Technical Schools) Rs.150/- p.m.
(iv) Degree level (BA, B.Sc, B.Com. & B.Ed. etc) Rs.200/- p.m.
(v) Post Graduate level (M.A. M.Sc. M.Com etc) Rs.250/- p.m.
(vi) Professional Medical/ Engineering Colleges Rs.300/- p.m
National Cultural Award for Minorities
The Government of Pakistan introduced “National Cultural Award Scheme”

for promotion and preservation of culture of minorities since 1976. Under this
scheme, a certificate and cash prize of Rs. 50,000/- are granted in the fields of
literature, education, medicine, engineering, performing arts, folk arts,
computer sciences and sports. On the recommendation of National
Commission of Minorities an additional award in the area of “ Interfaith
Harmony” has been introduced. So far 92 persons have been granted National
Cultural Award for Minorities (Appendix-II)
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National Commission for Minorities
In compliance with Cabinet’s decision of 1993, a high-powered National

Commission for Minorities under chairmanship of Minister for Minorities was
established to protect and safeguard religious, social and cultural rights of the
minorities in Pakistan. The latest commission was re-constituted / notified on
26-06-2004. The commission consists of thirteen members including official
& non-official members, with tenure of three years.
Last meeting of the Commission was held on 30-05-2006 in which the

members discussed steps to be taken for protection of Minorities, requests for
issuance of NOC for sale/purchase/transfer of communal property, re-
examination of the scholarship scheme and National Cultural Awards Scheme.
National Cultural Awards Scheme has since been revised and changes have
been incorporated as advised by the Commission while changes in the
scholarship scheme are under process.
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Constitution of Interfaith Harmony Committees at District Level
Government is extremely sensitive for protection of minority communities in

Pakistan and has taken special steps in this regard. During the period of this
report, Interfaith Harmony Committees have been constituted at district level
throughout the country to create better understanding between the minority
communities and the Muslims.
On the directions of Federal Government, the districts have devised their

contingency plans to protect lives and properties of minorities in case of any
untoward situation in their districts. Although sporadic events of terrorism
against minorities occurred, but it is very encouraging to note that such events
were largely condemned by Muslims and other religious communities of the
country.
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International Liaison
Since the Ministry is responsible for representation of Pakistan in

International bodies and conferences relating to minorities and activities to
prevent discrimination to minorities, the Ministry did its best to create a soft
image of Pakistan through its liaison with international actors. In September,
2005 the following delegation of Christian Solidarity Worldwide visited
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Pakistan and met President, Prime Minister, Minister for Minorities and other
dignitaries of the country: -
1) Mr. David Drew, Member, British Parliament (Labour)
2) Mr. Jhon Bercow, Member, British Parliament (Conservative)
3) Rt. Reverend John Perry, Former Anglican Bishop of

Chelmsford
4) Mr. Stuart Windsor, National Director of Christian Solidarity

Worldwide.
5) Mr. Ben Rogers, Advocacy Officer, South Asia, Christian

Solidarity Worldwide.
The basic purpose of the visit was to interact with Minority groups in Pakistan
and to see their overall human rights situation. The delegation appreciated
Government’s courageous stand on terrorism/extremism and the efforts of the
Government of Pakistan to protect and promote the minorities.
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Similarly in November 2005, Archbishop of Canterbury visited Pakistan to
attend the Episcopal Silver Jubilee of Dr. John Malik, Bishop of Lahore and
Moderator Church of Pakistan. Most Reverent & Rt. Honorable Dr. Rowan
Williams the Archbishop of Canterbury inter-alia his meeting with the
President, Prime Minister and other dignitaries attended a dinner hosted by the
Minister for Minorities. He emphasized on peaceful co-existence and
interfaith dialogue. He appreciated Government’s commitment to fight against
curse of bigotry and extremisms through dissemination of vision of
enlightened moderation. The Ministry successfully conveyed positive message
of our tolerant policies to our brethren from other communities in the global
village.
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Evacuee Trust Property Board
Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB), a self-financing corporate body

established under Evacuee Trust Properties (Management and Disposal) Act,
1975 (Act No. XIII of 1975) functions under the control of this Ministry.
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The Board is a self generating corporate body of the Ministry and is
responsible for:-
!Management of evacuee trust properties on behalf of Federal

Government
!Buying property with Federal government’s approval for augmenting

the resources of ETP Board
!Disposal / transfer of trust properties with Federal Government’s

approval
!Leasing and renting of ET Properties
!Maintenance of Hindu and Sikh Trust Shrines
!Facilities for Yatrees (Pilgrims)
!Grants-in-Aid for Social Welfare, Educational and Health purposes

Development Projects on trust properties
The Trust properties have been categorized as under:
! Shrines / Worship Places

! Agriculture trust properties.
! Urban trust properties.
! Properties Purchased/acquired with trust money.
! Sale proceeds of trust properties.
! Profit/income from trust properties (cash invested).
! Lease/rent money from trust properties.
! Any property exchanged with any evacuee trust property.
The Trust is responsible to look after the following religious shrines:-
PROVINCE GURDWARAS MANDIRS

PUNJAB 509 897
NWFP 79 223
SINDH 0 81
BALOCHISTAN 0 10
TOTAL 588 1221
GRAND TOTAL 1809
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However the following Gurdwaras / Mandirs are active shrines where rituals
are performed by the respective community:-
Name of Gurdwaras
S.No. Name of Gurdwaras Location
1 Gurdwara Janam Asthan Nankana Sahib
2 Gurdwara Sacha Sauda Farooqabad
3 Gurdwara Rohi Sahib Eminabad
4 Gurdwara Dera Sahib Lahore
5 Gurdwara Durbar Sahib Narowal
6 Gurdwara Panja Sahib Hassanabdal
7 Gurdwara Bahi Joga Peshawar
Singh
Name of Mandirs
S.No. Name of Mandirs Location
1 Krishna Mandir Rawalpindi
2 Krishna Mandir Lahore
3 Shive Mandir Peshawar
4 Kali Bari Mandir Peshawar
5 Katas Raj Chakwal
6 Sadhu Bela Sukkur
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PAKISTAN SIKH GURDWARA PARBANDHAK COMMITTEE
(PSGPC)
On the persistent demand of Sikhs, the Federal Government approved the

Scheme for Renovation, Maintenance and Preservation of Sikh Holy Shrines,
2004 on 24th March, 2004, providing, inter alia, establishment of Pakistan
Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (PSGPC) Advisory Committee and
Liaison Committee.
FUNCTIONS OF PAKISTAN SIKH GURDWARA

PARBANDHAK COMMITTEE (PSGPC)
a) Control, preservation, maintenance, renovation and repair of

Sikh Gurdwaras.
b) Supervision and control over langar arrangements.
c) Collection of donations and maintenance of its accounts.
d) Reception and farewell of yatrees.
e) Removal of misunderstandings between Muslims and Sikhs.
f) Conduct prayers, religious rites and Bhog in Gurdwaras

according to Sikh religion.
CONSTITUTION OF PAKISTAN SIKH GURDWARA

PARBANDHAK COMMITTEE (PSGPC)
The tenure of Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (PSGPC) is

three years. The PSGPC is headed by a Pakistani Sikh comprising 9 Pakistani
Sikhs as members, Chairman, ETP Board and Joint Secretary (Minorities) as
ex-officio members.
PSGPC is assisted by an Advisory Committee and Liaison Committee.
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FACILITIES PROVIDED TO SIKH/HINDU YATREES
ETP Board makes all necessary arrangements to facilitate the Sikh/Hindu

yatrees. About 30000 yatrees visit their holy shrines in Pakistan each year on
four auspicious occasions.
GOALS AND TARGETS

As the Government has strong commitment to its programme of progress and
prosperity for the people of Pakistan, the Ministries / Divisions have been
assigned goals and targets with time line for their achievement in their
respective areas of operation. The Ministry of Minorities in accordance with
the instructions issued by the Prime Minister prepared its action plan
comprising 11 goals and 41 targets for the period from 01-07-2005 to 30-06-
2006. The status of these goals and targets is given below:-
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Goal No. 1: Implementation of small schemes sponsored by Minority
MNAs in the Development Committee.
Targets Time Line Remarks
Completion of feasibility reports of all small
schemes received upto 30-09-2005 30-09-2005 Target Achieved
Approval of schemes by the Development
Committee and release of funds 31-12-2005 Target Achieved
Completion of feasibility reports of all small

schemes received upto 31-12-2005 31-03-2006 Target Achieved
Approval of scheme by the Development
Committee and release of funds 30-06-2006 Target Achieved
Goal No. 2: Provide Financial Assistance to 3200 Needy individuals /

Scholarships to 3200 deserving students.

Financial help to 800 needy individuals/800 Target
30-09-2005
scholarships to students Achieved
scholarships to students 31-12-2005
Achieved
scholarships to students 31-03-2006
Achieved
30-06-2006
scholarships to students Achieved
Goal No. 3: Maximum Revenue Collection by Evacuee Trust

Property Board.

19% of estimated Rs.425.686 18.1% recovery in current
million of current Revenue and revenue achieved against the
25% collection of Rs.163.025 30-09-2005 target of 19% and collection of
million of Arrears. arrears was 29% against the
target of 25%
25% of estimated Rs.425.686
million of Current Revenue and Rs.130.16 million collected
31-12-2005
25% of Rs.163.025 million of (90.5%)
Arrears.
24% of estimated Rs.425.686 Rs.226.424 million collected
million of current Revenue and 31-03-2006 against target of Rs.142.941
25% of Rs.163.025 of Arrears million i.e. 158 %
32% of estimated Rs.425.686 Rs.194.162 million collected
million of Current Revenue and 30-06-2006 against target of Rs.179.728
25% of Rs.163.025 million Arrears million i.e. 108%
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Goal No. 4: Improvement and Renovation of Gurdwaras at Nankana
Sahib.

i) 50% work completed
ii) Delayed due to shifting
of overhead WAPDA
lines, late provision of
30-09-2005 drawings and unforeseen
sub-soil condition
iii) Expected to be
100% accumulative completed during
construction of Toilet second quarter
Block. (38 bath rooms, 38
i) 85% completed
toilets).
ii) Delayed due to late
shifting of overhead
31-12-2005 WAPDA lines, late
provision of drawings
and unforeseen sub-
soil condition
31-03-2006 Target Achieved
Completion of 82%
accumulative work of two
triple storey residential
blocks.
Completion of 100% 95% completed expected date of

31-12-2005
accumulative work of two completion January, 2006
triple storey residential Accommodation- functional,
blocks. 31-03-2006 finishes/final touches in progress
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Goal No. 5: Improvement and Renovation of Gurdwara Punja Sahib,
Hassanabdal.

Work could not commence
due to major change in
design necessity due to low
i) bearing capacity of soil and
Completion of 30% construction other unforeseen sub-soil
work of double storey langer hall 30.09.2005 condition.
and dining room for 500 persons
Excepted to be started
during first week of
ii) November and completed by
4th October, 2006-07.
Work could not be started

due to major changes in
i) design necessitated on
account of unexpected sub-
soil conditions.
Completion of 35% accumulative Revised design and bills of
construction work of double storey ii) quantities completed.
31.12.2005
langer hall and dining room for 500
Revised cost in Rs.15.00
persons.
iii) million as against Rs.13.69
million original cost.
Expected start of work 3rd
iv) quarter 2005-06, completed
by 2nd quarter, 2007.
The Targets for the first two quarters

of 2005-2006 could not be achieved
due to major changes in design
necessitated on account of
Construction of triple story langer
unexpected sub-soil conditions etc.
hall and dining room for 500 persons 31.03.2006
Hence the ETP Board has revised the
award of contract.
schedule and also targets. The
revised target of third quarter
(January- March 2006) has been
achieved.
Completion of 15% accumulative
construction work of triple storey
langer hall and dining room for 500 30.06.2006 Target Achieved
persons.
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Goal No. 6: Improvement, Renovation and Rehabilitation of
Gurdwaras /Mandirs, Lahore.

Completion of 50%
accumulative work of
rehabilitation and extension of 30-09-2005 Target Achieved
Gurdwar at Choona Mandi,
Lahore
Completion of 100% i) 80% work completed

accumulative work of 31-12-2005 ii) Expected date of completion
rehabilitation and extension of February, 2006
Gurdwara at Choona Mandi,
Lahore 31-03-2006 Target Achieved
75% progress achieved.

Delayed due to rains and
30-09-2005 i)
delayed issue of drawing by
Completion of 100% designer.
accumulative work of Excepted to be completed during
renovation/extension of Krishna ii)
the 2nd quarter.
Mandir The work shall be completed by end
31-12-2005
of January, 2006
i) 40% progress achieved.

Work delayed due to rains and
Completion of 100% 30-09-2005 ii) delay in the issue of drawing by
accumulative work of the designer.
rehabilitation of Smadhi Sir
Excepted to be completed during
Ganga Ram iii)
the 2nd quarter.
The work shall be completed by end
31-12-2005
of January, 2006
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Goal No. 7: Improvement and Renovation of Sadu Bela Shrine,
Sukkur.

Award of Tender for Repair,
Maintenance and Restoration 30-09-2005 Target Achieved
Works
Only 20% work cold be completed. The
deficiency is due to the fact that
Completion of 60% Repair,
supervisory technical staff is not
Maintenance and Restoration 31-12-2005
available. Against the vacant posts.
Works
NOC from Establishment Division is
awaited.
Completion of 100% Repair,
Maintenance and Restoration 31-03-2006 Target Achieved
Works
Goal No. 8: Improvement of Renovation of Evacuee Trust Property Office,

Southern Zone, Karachi.

Award of Tender 30-09-2005 Target Achieved
50% Completion of works 31-12-2005 Target Achieved
100% Completion of works 31-03-2006 Target Achieved
Goal No. 9: Development of Trust Properties with commercial potential.

Identification of properties for development
ascertain potential, finalize development 30-09-2005
methodology, etc.
Pre-qualification of panel of consultants for 11 consultant pre-
preparation of development plans and financial 31-12-2005 qualify
feasibility.
Awards of development planning assignments to
31-12-2005
consultants.
1) Preparation of plans and approved by the The ETP Board
Board has slightly
changed the
2) Preparation of individual terms &
31-03-2006 targets, which
conditions of development and approval
have been
by the Board
reflected in this
report..
3) Offer properties for development. Receive Achieved partial.
and evaluate offers/bids. Approval by the 30-06-2006 Detailed progress
Board and award of development work. detached.
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Goal No. 10: Construction of three start hotels, one each at Dera Sahib,
Lahore, Nankana Sahib and Punja Sahib, Hassanabdal.

Preliminary planning & Architectural plans 31-03-2006 The ETP Board
has revised the
schedule and also
targets. The
revised target of
third quarter
(January – March
2006) has been
achieved.
Design, Drawings, BOQ, tendering 30-06-2006 Partial detail
progress attached.
Goal No. 11: Introduction and Adoption of E-Government Strategy.

Establishment of office/server room under E- 30-09-2005 Target Achieved
Government Plan.
Ducting/Cabling for LAN in the Ministry – 31-12-2005 Target Achieved
delivery of equipments.
Training of staff and officers regarding LAN 31-03-2006 Target Achieved
To make the LAN operational 30-06-2006 Target Achieved
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Appendix-I
DEVELOPMENT SCHEMES APPROVED BY THE DEVELOPMENT

COMMITTEE DURING 2005-06
S. No. Name of scheme
MR. AKRAM M. GILL, MNA

1. BOUNDARY WALL CHRISTIAN GRAVEYARD AT G-
BLOCK GULSHAN RAVI, LAHORE
Scheme was recommended by Mr. Akram M. Gill, MNA, and

funded by Ministry of Minorities Affairs at a cost of 275,500/-.
There are 1000 persons belonging to Christian minority
population living in the area.
The objective of the scheme is to provide protection to the

community graveyard from illegal encroachments. Completion
of scheme at G-Block Gulshan Ravi, Lahore will ensure the
privacy of the graveyard from the same.
2. BOUNDARY WALL CHRISTIAN GRAVEYARD, RITA

ROAD, GUJRANWALA


of scheme at Ritta Road Gujranwala will ensure the privacy of
the graveyard from the same.
3. CONSTRUCTION OF CHURCH, HUDOKI MURIDKEY

DISTT. SHEIKHUPURA

Completion of scheme will provide better facilities to the

Christian communities for their religious ceremonies.
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4. RENOVATION OF CHRISTIAN VILLAGE PRIMARY
SCHOOL, CHRISTIAN COLONY MUSTAFABAD,
LILYANI DISTRICT KASUR

Completion of scheme will provide better education facilities to

the students of the area.
5. REMAINING WORK OF BOUNDARY WALL OF

CHRISTIAN GRAVEYARD KOT RADHA KRISHAN
TEHSIL & DISTRICT KASUR.


of scheme at Radha Krishan District Kasur will ensure the
6. BOUNDARY WALL OF CHRISTIAN GRAVEYARD,

VILLAGE MALLIAN KALAN, TEHSIL & DISTRICT
SHEIKHUPURA.


of scheme at Malian Kalan District Sheikhupura will ensure the
27
7. RENOVATION OF CHURCH, J-BLOCK, GULSHAN
RAI SANGIAN SATTAR, NEAR BAND ROAD,
LAHORE.

Completion of this Church will provide better facilities to the

Christian communities for their religious ceremonies.
8. BOUNDARY WALL OF CHRISTIAN GRAVEYARD AT

GULO KALAN, YAHANABAD FEROZEPUR ROAD
LAHORE.


of scheme at Gulo Kalan, Yahanabad Ferozepur Road Lahore
will ensure the privacy of the graveyard from the same.
MRS. ASIYA NASIR MNA
9 CONSTRUCTION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

CENTRE (SEWING CENTRE, COMPUTER LAB,
PRIMARY HEALTH CENTRE) AT ESSA NAGRI KILLI
BARGULZI SABZAL ROAD QUETTA.
The Scheme was recommended by Mrs. Asiya Nasir, MNA,

and funded by Ministry of Minorities Affairs at a cost of
Rs1,200,000/-. There are 2000 persons belonging to Minority
communities living in the area.
The objective of the scheme is to provide better facilities of

health, technical/scientific skill to women and youth.
28
10 SOLING ROAD VILLAGE JAMMU WALA DISTT.
GUJRANWALA
Scheme was recommended by Mrs. Asiya Nasir, MNA, and

funded by Ministry of Minorities Affairs at a cost of
Rs.1,000,000/-. There are 3000 persons belonging to Christian
minority population living in the area.
The objective of the scheme is to improve the living conditions

in the area where un-paved road cause much
problem/inconvenience for the people in all seasons.
Completion of scheme will be beneficial for all communities in
the town.
MR. DEV DAS, MNA
11 CONST. OF ROOF/REPAIR OF DARBAR/SAMADHI

DADA INDHER GIR SAWAI ROAD, SHAHDADPUR,
SANGHAR.
Scheme was recommended by Mr. Dev Das, MNA, and funded

by Ministry of Minorities Affairs at a cost of 1,270,000/-.
There are 3000 persons belonging to Hindu minority
Completion of this scheme will provide better facilities to the

Hindu communities for their religious ceremonies.
ENGR. GIAN CHAND SINGH, MNA
12 CONST. OF COMMUNITY CENTRE OF MENGHWAR

COMMUNITY WARD NO. 311 GARIBABAD DISTRICT
UMERKOT.
The Scheme was recommended by Engineer Gian Chand

Singh, MNA, and funded by Ministry of Minorities Affairs at a
cost of Rs500,000/-. There are 7000 persons belonging to
Hindu community living in the area.
Completion of this community center will provide better

facilities to Hindu community in particular on the occasions of
religious and marriages ceremonies and other communities in
general.
29
13 REPAIR AND RENOVATION OF GURDWARA AT
ARAM BAGH KARACHI

cost of Rs600,000/-. There are 2000 persons belonging to Sikh
community living in the area.
A completion of scheme will provide better facilities to the

Sikh community for their religious ceremonies and improve the
place from its dilapidated condition.
14 CONST. OF LABORATORY AT GURUNANIK SCHOOL

NANKANA SAHIB DISTRICT SHEIKHUPURA.

cost of Rs804,900/-. There are 2000 persons belonging to Sikh
community living in the area.
The objective of the scheme is to provide technical/scientific

skill learning to the youth.
MR. KRISHAN BHEEL, MNA
15 CONSTRUCTION OF ROAD/PATH AT PREMISES OF

COMMUNITY CENTRE AND MANDIR AT VILLAGE
KRISHANABAD DEH CHAND MORIO, TALUKA AND
DISTRICT MIRPURKHAS
Scheme was recommended by Mr. Krishan Bheel., MNA, and

Rs.200,000/-. There are 3500 persons belonging to Hindu

in the area where un-paved road cause much
the town.
30
16 CONSTRUCTION OF COMMUNITY CENTER AT
BHEEL COLONY WARD-3 U.C. NO. 1 HALLA
DISTRICT HYDERABAD.
The scheme was recommended by Mr. Krishan Bheel, MNA,

and funded by this Ministry at a cost of Rs.543,700/-. Scheme
is located at Bheel Colony District Hyderabad where over 3500
minority community is based.

facilities to Hindu community in particular on the occasions of
religious and marriages ceremonies and other communities in
general.
17 REPAIR/RE-CONSTRUCTION OF 1ST FLOOR OF

MANDIR AT CHITTI KITI GANDHIAN DISTT.
MANSEHRA
The scheme was recommended by Mr. Krishan Bheel, MNA,

and funded by this Ministry at a cost of Rs.1,000,000/-. Scheme
is located at Chitti Kiti Gandhian Distt. Mansehra where over
2500 minority community is based.
Completion of this Mandir will provide better facilities to

Hindu community on various religious occasions.
PROF. MUSHTAQ VICTOR, MOS FOR MINORITIES AFFAIRS
18 CONSTRUCTION OF P.C.C STREET FROM

DISPENSARY ROAD TO KHALIL PLAZA TO CHURCH
AT NAZERATH TOWN MOZIA SOHAN (NEW ABADI
IQBAL TOWN), ISLAMABAD
Scheme was recommended by Prof. Mushtaq Victor, Minister

of State for Minorities Affairs, and funded by Ministry of
Minorities Affairs at a cost of Rs.1,616,000/-. There are 3500
persons belonging to Christian minority population living in the
area.

in the area where un-paved streets cause much
the town.
31
19 CONST. OF SOLING AT VILLAGE JAJJAY SOHIAN
SIALKOT

Minorities Affairs at a cost of Rs.300,000/-. There are 1000
families belonging to Christian minority population living in
the area.
Completion of scheme at village Jajjay Sohian, District Sialkot,

will provide basic amenities to the poor minority population of
the area.
20 BOUNDARY WALL OF GRAVEYARD AT VILLAGE

MANGO BEHRAM TEHSIL & DISTT. SIALKOT

Minorities Affairs at a cost of Rs.100,000/-. There are 800
persons belonging to Christian minority population living in the
area.

of scheme at village Mango Behram District Sialkot will ensure
the privacy of the graveyard from the same.
M.P. BHANDARA, MNA

21 CNSTRUCTION OF BOUNDARY WALL AROUND THE
GRAVEYARD AT CHAK NO.138/P, RAHIM YAR
KHAN.
Scheme was recommended by Mr. M.P. Bhandara, MNA, and

Rs385,000/-. There are 1200 persons belonging to Christian

of scheme at Chak No.138/P, District Rahim Yar Khan will
ensure the privacy of the graveyard from the same.
32
22 PAVEMENT OF STREET SHAHDARA U/C
SHAHDARA, SWAT.
The scheme was recommended by Mr. M.P. Bhandara, MNA,

Rs.500,000/-. There are 230 families belonging to minority
Scheme will be beneficial in providing basic amenities to the

minority population of the area.
23 PAVEMENT OF STREET/SANITATION RANG

MOHALLAH, MINGORA, SWAT.
The scheme was recommended by Mr. M.P. Bhandara, MNA,

Rs.100,000/-. There are 1300 persons belonging to minority
Scheme will be beneficial in providing basic amenities to the

minority population of the area.
MR. PERVAIZ MASIH, MNA
24. REPAIR/RENOVATION OF UNITED CHURCH AT

PESHAWAR UNIVERSITY CAMPUS PESHAWAR
The scheme was recommended by Mr. Pervaiz Masih, MNA,

and funded by this Ministry at a cost of Rs.1,476,000/-. Scheme
is located at Peshawar University Campus where over 300
families of minority community are based.
Completion of this Church will provide better facilities to

Christian community on the occasions of religious and
marriage ceremonies.
MR. RAMESH LAL, MNA

25. CONSTRUCTION OF SHED AT HINDU MASSAN
SHAHDAD KOT DISTRICT LARKANA
The scheme was recommended by Mr. Ramesh Lal, MNA and

funded by this Ministry at a cost of Rs.300,000/-. Scheme is
located at Shahdad Kot City District Larkana where over 1200
families minority community is based.
Completion of this scheme will provide better facilities to

Hindu community in particular on the occasions of religious
and marriage ceremonies.
33
26. REPAIR AND RENOVATION OF PANCHAYAT HALL
NASIRABAD. DISTRICT LARKANA

located at Nasirabad District Larkana where over 200 families

Hindu community in particular on the occasions of marriages
and other ceremonies.
27. CONSTRUCTION OF SAT SANG HALL TOWN NAU

DERO DISTT. LARKANA

located at Naudero District Larkana where over 500 families

Hindu community in particular on the occasions of religious
ceremonies.
28. CONSTRUCTION OF LADIES HALL TOWN

RATODERO DISTT. LARKANA

located at Ratodero District Larkana where over 1200 families
Completion of scheme at Ratodero District Larkana, will

provide a special social facility to families of the minority.
CH. HAROON C. QAISER, MNA/ PARLIAMENTARY

SECRETARY (MINORITIES)
29. CONSTRUCTION OF UP CHURCH BAJWA COLONY,
SARGODHA, CANTT.
The scheme was recommended by Ch. Haroon Qaiser,

Parliamentary Secretary (Minorities) and funded by this
Ministry at a cost of Rs.1,000,000/-. Church is located at Bajwa
Colony, Sargodha Cantt where over 2500 minority community
is based.

Christian community on various religious ceremonies.
34
CH. IMRANULLAH, MNA
30. PROVISION OF 20 SEWING MACHINES AND 04
DESIGNING MACHINES TO NEW HOPE
FOUNDATION, GUJRANWALA.
The scheme was recommended by Ch. Imranullah, MNA, and

located at Gujranwala city where over 1500 minority
community is based.
Basic aim of this scheme is to promote the technical skill

education especially for poor women of the area which will be
beneficial for the families.
CH. MUHAMMAD EJAZ SHAFI, MINISTER BAIT-UL-MAAL,

PUNJAB
31. CONST. OF COMMUNITY HALL, YOUSAF NAGAR,
TEH. KHANPUR DISTRICT RAHIM YAR KHAN.
The scheme was recommended by Ch. Muhammad Ejaz Shafi,

Minister for Bait-ul-Maal, Government of the Punjab, and
funded by this Ministry at a cost of Rs.1,102,400/-. Scheme is
located at Yousaf Nagar, District Rahim Yar Khan where over
3500 minority population is based.

facilities to Christian community in particular on the occasions
of religious and marriage ceremonies and other communities in
general.
COL. (R) S. K. TRESSLER, EX-MINISTER

32. CONSTRUCTION OF BASEMENT OF COMMUNITY
HALL OF BETHSAIDA CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY
CENTRE, MISRIAL ROAD RAWALPINDI CANTT.
The scheme was recommended by Col. (R) S.K. Tressler, Ex-

Minister for Minorities Affairs, and funded by this Ministry at
a cost of Rs.400,000/-. Scheme is located at Misrial Road,
Rawalpindi where over 1500 families minority community is
based.

facilities to Christian community in particular on the occasions
of religious and marriage ceremonies and other communities in
general.
35
RAJA TRI DEV ROY, FEDERAL MINISTER
33. REPAIR AND RENOVATION OF BALMIKI MANDIR UCH
SHARIF DISTRICT BAHAWALPUR.
The scheme was recommended by Raja Tri Dev Roy, Federal

Minister, and funded by this Ministry at a cost of Rs.486,000/-.
Scheme is located at Uch Sharif District Bahawalpur where
over 300 families of minority community are based.
Completion of this Mandir will provide better facilities to

Hindu community various religious occasions/ceremonies.
MR. SIMON JACOB GILL,. EX-MNA

34. PURCHASE OF 2-KANAL LAND FOR CHRISTIAN
GRAVEYARD AT CHAK NO.120/G.B. TEHSIL
JARANWALA, DISTT. FAISALABAD.
The scheme was recommended by Mr. Simon Jacob Gill, Ex-

MNA and Ex-Minister for Minorities Affairs and funded by
this Ministry at a cost of Rs.130,000/-. The land is located at
Chak No.120/GB, Tehsil Jaranwala District Faisalabad where
over 200 families minority community are based.
This scheme will facilitate the Christian community in

observing their burial rites in privacy of Christian community
graveyard.
SARDAR MUHAMMAD ASIF NAKAI, MOS HOUSING & WORKS

35. RENOVATION OF CHURCH, AT ALL SAINT’S
CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL, PATTOKI
The scheme was recommended by Sardar Muhammad Asif,

Nakai, Minister of State for Housing & Works, and funded by
this Ministry at a cost of Rs.953,169/-. Scheme is located at
Pattoki, where over 800 families minority community is based.
Completion of this scheme will provide better prayer ambiance

for the Church and school.
36
CHAUDHARY MUHAMMAD MURTAZA, MPA, PUNJAB.
36. PROVIDING AND LAYING WATER SUPPLY LINE
AZAFI BASTI WARD NO.1 FAQIR WALI TEHSIL
HAROONABAD DISTT. BAHAWAL NAGAR.
Scheme was recommended by Chaudhry Muhammad Murtaza,

MPA, Punjab, and funded by Ministry of Minorities Affairs at
a cost of Rs.121,000/-. There are 500 families belonging to
Christian minority population living in the area.
Completion of scheme at Azafi Basti Ward No.1, Faqir Wali,

Tehsil Haroonabad, will provide clean drinking water and basic
amenities to the poor minority population of the area.
37. CONST. OF WATER DIGGI AT CHAK NO.185/7-R,

TEHSIL FORT ABBAS, DISTT. BAHAWAL NAGAR

various communities living in the area.
Completion of scheme at Chak No.185/7-R, Tehsil fort Abbas,

will provide basic amenities to the poor population of the area.
38. PROVIDING AND LAYING OF WATER SUPPLY LINE

FROM RAILWAY CROSSING FAQIR WALI TO CHAK
NO.124/6-R FAQIR WALI TEHSIL HAROONABAD,
DISTT. BAHAWAL NAGAR

a cost of Rs.1,184,000/-. There are 1500 families belonging to
minority communities living in the area.
Completion of scheme at Faqir Wali to Chak No.124/6-R Faqir

Wali Tehsil Haroonabad, will provide basic amenities to the
poor population of the area.
37
39. PROVIDING AND LAYING WATER SUPPLY LINE AT
MALIK PURA WARD NO.6/7 FAQIR WALI TEHSIL
HAROONABAD, DISTT. BAHAWAL NAGAR

minority communities living in the area.
Completion of scheme at Malik Pura Ward No.6/7 Faqir Wali

Tehsil Haroonabad will provide basic amenities to the poor
population of the area.
DISTRICT NAZIM HAROONABAD

40. CONSTRUCTION OF METALLED ROAD BALMIKI
COLONY, KITCHI MANDI, HAROONABAD, DISTT.
BAHAWAL NAGAR
Scheme was recommended by District Nazim, Haroonabad,

Rs.976,500/-. There are 1000 families belonging to Christian
Completion of scheme at Balmiki Colony Kitchi Mandi,

Haroonabad, District Bahwalnagar, will provide basic
amenities to the poor minority population of the area.
41. CONST. OF PCC STREETS AND SEWERAGE LINES

AT PEOPLE COLONY TEHSIL HAROONABAD,
DISTT. BAHAWAL NAGAR
Scheme was recommended by District Nazim, Haroonabad,

Rs.1,068,000/-. There are 1000 families belonging to Christian
Completion of scheme at people colony, Haroonabad, will

provide basic amenities to the poor minority population of the
area.
38
LILA WATI HERCHANDANI, EX-MEMBER, NATIONAL
COMMISSION FOR MINORITIES.
42. CONST. OF SCHOOL BUILDING FOR SCHEDULE
CASTE (BHEELS AND KOHLIS) AT DEWAN VILLAGE
DEH GADHO TALUKA TANDO ALLAHYAR
DISTRICT HYDERABAD.
The Scheme was recommended by Ms. Lila Wati Herchandani,

Ex-Member, National Commission for Minorities, and funded
by Ministry of Minorities Affairs at a cost of Rs388,000/-.
There are 2000 persons belonging to Hindu community living
in the area.
The objective of the scheme is to provide better education

facilitates to the youth.
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Appendix-II
1976
S.No. Name Province Field
01 Mr. Gurdas Wadhwani Sindh Literature
02 Mr. Kanwal Feroze Punjab Literature
03 Mr. Gulzar Wafa Punjab Literature
04 Mr. Naazir Qaiser Punjab Literature
05 Mr. Prabhu Nashad Sindh Literature
06 Mrs. Sheila Joseph NWFP Literature
07 Mr. Arthur Javed Balochistan Literature
08 Mr. Colin David Punjab Fine Arts
09 Mr. Jimmy Engineer Punjab Fine Arts
10 Mrs. Muniza Rustamji Sindh Fine Arts
11 Mr. William Patric NWFP Fine Arts
12 Mrs. Anna Mahmud Alias - Performing Arts
Madam Auzari
13 Madam Shabnam Punjab Performing Arts
14 Miss Irene Parveen Punjab Performing Arts
15 Mr. S. B. John Sindh Performing Arts
16 Mr. Ghushan L.J. Sindh Performing Arts
17 Miss Perin Cooper Punjab Performing Arts
18 Mr. S. T. Sunny NWFP Performing Arts
19 Mr. Yaseen Balochistan Performing Arts
1977 TO 1979
20 Sardar Masih Gill Punjab Literature
21 Mr. A. Nayyar Punjab Performing Arts
22 Mr. Anil Dalpat Sindh Sports (Cricket)
1980 TO 1983
23 Mr. Ernest Thakardas Punjab Music
24 Mrs. Nilma Ghanshyam - Dance
25 Miss. Perin Cooper Punjab Performing Arts
26 Mr. Jimmy Engineer Punjab Fine Arts
27 Mr. Tak Kashmird Punjab Literature
28 Mr. Bayram D. Avari Sindh Sports (Yachting)
40
29 Mrs. Goshpi Avari Sindh Sports (Yachting)
30 Mr. Jhaman Das Ashiq Sindh Literature
31 Dr. Dannis Issac NWFP Performing Arts
32 Miss. Rukhsana Joseph Punjab Fine Arts
1989
33 Benjamin Sisters Sindh Performing Arts
34 Mr. F. E. Chaudhary Punjab Fine Arts
35 Mr. Nazir Qaiser Islamabad Literature
36 Mr. Kanwal Feroze Punjab Literature
1990
37 Mr. Lionel Andrades - Literature
38 Mr. Mohan BhagaMr. Folin Sindh Performing Arts
Davidt
39 Mr. Folin David Punjab Fine Arts
40 Mr. Emanuel Philip Islamabad Fine Arts
1991
41 Mr. Valid Ram Vallabh Sindh Literature
42 Mrs. Anita Campher NWFP Performing Arts
43 Miss Shahida Mansoor Islamabad Fine Arts
1992
44 Mr. Younus Sabir NWFP Literature
45 Mr. Patrik Anthony Punjab Performing Arts
46 Mr. Mohan Bhagat Sindh Fine Arts
1993
47 Mr. Samuel Ashfaq Khan Punjab Literature
48 Mai Hanjoo Sindh Folk Arts
49 Mr. Sarfraz Sial Punjab Performing Arts
50 Mrs. Nasreen Anjum Bhatti Punjab Literature
1995
51 Dr. Dennis Issac NWFP Literature
52 Mrs. Parviaz Dastur Sindh Performing Arts
53 Mr. Emanuel Philip Punjab Performing Arts
54 Mr. Faqiri Ram Bhagat Punjab Literature
41
1996
55 Mr. Narain Lal NWFP Literature
56 Mr. Punhal Meghwar Sindh Fine Arts
57 Mr. Lakha Jee Bheel (Late) Punjab Folk Arts
58 Mr. Meher Feroz Hansotia Sindh Profession
(Medicines)
1998
59 Mr. Nadeem Ajmal Adeem Punjab Literature
60 Mr. Robin John Sindh Performing Arts
61 Mr. Chitra Preetam Sindh Fine Arts
62 Mrs. Sumitra Devi NWFP Folk Arts
63 Mrs. R. E. Nathaniel Balochistan Education
1999
64 Dr. Sarah Safdar NWFP Education
65 Ms. Amy King Punjab Education
66 Mr. Gopal Das Sindh Folk Arts
67 Mr. Pervaiz Paras Punjab Folk Arts
68 Mr. Wali Ram Valabh Sindh Literature
69 Mr. Nevil Patel Punjab Profession
(Engineering)
2000
70 Mr. Ahmed-ud-Din Allia Sabir AJ&K Literature
Afaqi
71 Mr. Nasir Daniel Punjab Performing Arts
72 Mr. Samuel Gill Punjab Performing Arts
73 Mr. Krishan Lal Bheel Punjab Folk Arts
74 Prof. Dr. Christy Munir Punjab Education
75 Prof. Dr. Eng. Bhawani Sindh Profession
Shankar Ch. (Engineering)
76 Mr. Yousuf Yohana Punjab Sports
77 Mr. Geno S/o Sooro Sindh Folk Arts (Fine Arts)
78 Mr. Shafiq Shad Khan NWFP Fine Arts
2003
79 Mr. Mehboob Fransis Punjab Literature
42
80 Mr. Pervez Nadeem Ghouri Punjab Performing Arts
81 Mrs. Shazia Izhaq Manoahar Punjab Fine Arts
82 Mai Dadli Punjab Folk Arts
83 Mr. Edgar Victor Sindh Education
84 Dr. Mrs. Pushpa Sirichand Sindh Profession
(Medicines)
85 Mr. Javed Bashir Sindh Sports
2004
86 Dr. Ashok Kumar Tanwani Sindh Profession
(Medicines)
87 Mrs. Deena M. Mistri Sindh Education
88 Mr. Mansoor Gill Punjab Literature
89 Mr. Homi J. Meherhomji Sindh Fine Arts
90 Mr. Chaghla Sindh Folk Arts
91 Ms. Rafia Bano NWFP Performing Arts
92 Ms. Saira Fazal Punjab Sports
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i

GOVERN MENT OF PAKISTAN

Our commitment to the mission statement of Minorities Affairs Division is re-

We continue our efforts to ameliorate and improve conditions for minorities

It is my pleasure and honour to have the opportunity to convey my feelings

The step of setting up of a separate ministry for minorities was a reflection

(Prof. Mushtaq Victor)

The Ministry is still in the process of evolution. Through this yearbook, we

Any feedback for bringing improvement/change is most welcome.

To protect the rights of minorities as envisaged under the Constitution of

“Promotion of welfare of minorities,

a. Safeguarding the rights of minorities;

b. Promotion of welfare of minorities;

c. Protection of minorities against discrimination;

d. Representation of Pakistan in international

f. All other matters relating to minorities;

g. Evacuee Trust Property Board; and

h. Policy and legislation with regard to evacuee

To uphold constitutional commitment Government of Pakistan has allocated a

(i) Special Fund for Uplift of Minorities (Development Schemes);

(ii) Special Fund for Welfare of Minorities (Scholarship).

i) SPECIAL FUND FOR THE WELFARE AND UPLIFT

a) Small development schemes for minorities. 70%

b) Financial assistance to needy individuals (minorities) 30%

Small Development Schemes

A detailed Accounting Procedure authorizes a development

1 Minister for Minorities Chairman

Prior to the induction of the present elected regime, funds were

Provincial allocations out of the development fund are made on

During the financial year 2005-2006, the development

SCHEMES APPROVED DURING 2005-2006

The development committee schemes for the financial year 2005-06

i. Repair / maintenance / renovation / protection of holy /

ii. Support to NGOs working for the Welfare of

iii. Basic amenities, Sui Gas, Electricity, Soling / drains

Repair/maintenance/renovation/protection of holy/worship places

Twenty-one development schemes were approved in the minority

Support to NGOs working for the Welfare of Minorities

The development committee for supply of sewing machines approved

Basic amenities, Sui Gas, Electricity, Soling/drains and Roads

Various far-flung areas such as villages in Swat, Tirah, Gujranwala

In continuation of the policy and main objective of this Ministry i.e

The category wise break up of financial assistance disbursed during

Year No of persons Amount in Rupees

SPECIAL FUND FOR THE WELFARE OF

No. of Students Amount

As per procedure, applications for scholarships are invited through

The following rates of scholarships to various categories of students

National Cultural Award for Minorities

The Government of Pakistan introduced “National Cultural Award Scheme”

In compliance with Cabinet’s decision of 1993, a high-powered National

Last meeting of the Commission was held on 30-05-2006 in which the

Government is extremely sensitive for protection of minority communities in

On the directions of Federal Government, the districts have devised their

Since the Ministry is responsible for representation of Pakistan in

1) Mr. David Drew, Member, British Parliament (Labour)

2) Mr. Jhon Bercow, Member, British Parliament (Conservative)

3) Rt. Reverend John Perry, Former Anglican Bishop of

4) Mr. Stuart Windsor, National Director of Christian Solidarity

5) Mr. Ben Rogers, Advocacy Officer, South Asia, Christian

Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB), a self-financing corporate body

!Management of evacuee trust properties on behalf of Federal

!Buying property with Federal government’s approval for augmenting

!Disposal / transfer of trust properties with Federal Government’s