PTI MNA Makhdoom Javed Hashmi has called for a review of the current Blasphemy law, saying that it against principles of Islam.
Speaking at the National Assembly on Tuesday, he said the blasphemy law was generating hatred.
Javed Hashmi said that the Peshawar incident had given a bad name to the country.
He said that all the religions preach peace and brotherhood and abhor violence but some elements in our society are trying to create differences and sectarianism in society.
He favored the idea of talks with the militants, adding that efforts should be made to bring them into mainstream dialogue.
He expressed regret that the security situation has deteriorated to a level that no places of worship are safe
Tariq Christopher Qaiser termed the Peshawar incident as a national tragedy. He said it was not an attack on Christians but on the sovereignty of Pakistan. Those who attack worship places like churches and mosques have nothing to do with humanity and are not serving the cause of Islam and Pakistan. He said Christians are patriotic Pakistanis and continue to play their role in the welfare of the country, particularly in the health and education sectors. He also asked Christian community to remain peaceful during protest demonstrations and avoid ransacking and arson of public property.
Tariq Christopher Qaiser said about forty thousand people have lost their lives in terrorist attacks and now the government will have to go beyond condemnation to find solution for the menace.
