Lahore – August 28, 2026: The Lahore High Court Bar Association (LHCBA) has issued a strong condemnation against recent remarks made on August 22, 2026, in Lahore and Islamabad, which it says challenge the sanctity of Pakistan’s blasphemy laws. In an official statement, the bar association denounced any attempt to question or undermine the legal provisions, including Sections 295-A to 295-C, 298-A to 298-C of the Pakistan Penal Code, as well as the Qadiani Ordinance and the Law of Respect of Sahaba and Ahle Bait. It has demanded that federal and provincial authorities review all related content strictly in accordance with the law and take indiscriminate legal action against those responsible.
Clear Stance Against Dilution of Laws: The LHCBA firmly declared that any amendment or change that dilutes the spirit, purpose, or effective implementation of these laws is completely unacceptable. It warned that it would openly resist any effort to weaken the legal status or enforcement of these provisions. The bar association also made it clear that any individual or group attempting to create controversy around these laws, or supporting efforts contrary to constitutional and legal principles, would not be tolerated under any circumstances.
Commitment to Rule of Law and Constitutional Struggle: While reiterating the importance of freedom of expression within constitutional limits, the LHCBA stressed that no one can be allowed to use this right to spread hatred, incite unrest, or harm the legal framework of the country. Reaffirming its unwavering commitment to the supremacy of the constitution and law, the association vowed to continue all peaceful and legal struggles for the effective enforcement and protection of these laws. It concluded by stating that defending the Law of Respect of the Prophet ﷺ and ensuring its constitutional protection is a religious duty of every Muslim.
