Pakistan: Activist Who Rescued Hindu Girls Says Life Under Threat From TLP

New Delhi: A Hindu social activist who raised his voice for minority rights in Pakistan has publicly stated that he is facing a threat to his life. In a video message released on the social media platform X, he said that he is openly receiving death threats from members of the Islamic fundamentalist organization. He alleged that the government and the police are turning a blind eye, and if anything happens to him or his family, the responsibility will be directly on the state.

Who made this appeal and from where?

This appeal has been made by Shiva Kachhi, who is the founder and president of the minority organization Darwar Ittehad. He posted this video from the Umerkot district of Pakistan, which is considered to be the only Hindu majority area in the country.

Which organization is accused of receiving the threats?

Shiva Kachhi alleges that he has been given death threats by clerics of the Sirhindi group associated with Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan. He says that these people have issued statements like fatwa against him and appeals for murder are being made through open forums.

What allegations have been made against the government and the police?

Kutchi said he submitted written complaints several times to the federal government, the Sindh government and the police. Despite this, neither security was provided nor any action was taken against those who made threats. He termed it as “state failure and criminal silence.”

Why are they being targeted?

Kutchi has long been highlighting cases of kidnapping and forced conversion of Hindu girls in Sindh. He said that for this reason he is being described as “anti-Islam” and “anti-state”. In Pakistan, such allegations are often used to justify violence.

What is the status of Hindus in Sindh?

Most of the Hindus of Pakistan live in Sindh province. According to census and rights organizations, about 94 percent of the country's Hindu population is in this province. Umerkot district, despite being Hindu dominated, is considered sensitive regarding cases of forced conversion and kidnapping.

Is this the first case when Kutchi has spoken of danger?

No. Even in December 2025, he had said that his life was in danger. He then claimed that he had reunited several kidnapped Hindu girls with their families. After that the resentment and threats from fundamentalist groups increased.

Why are old cases being cited?

Kutchi cited the example of Dr. Shahnawaz Kumbhar, who died in police custody. He said that in Pakistan it becomes almost impossible to get state protection after religious allegations.

What has been demanded from the international community?

Kutchi has appealed to the United Nations, human rights organizations and several countries including the US for intervention. He has demanded immediate security, criminal action against those making threats and a ban on radical politics.

What does this case indicate for Pakistan?

Human rights activists say that the situation for minorities in Pakistan is continuously worsening. Laws exist, but enforcement is weak. The dominance of fundamentalist organizations still remains.

What is the message of Kachhi?

Kutchi has clearly said that if anything happens to him or his family, the responsibility will be on the Pakistan government. He warned that if silence continues today, violence will increase tomorrow.