Isphanyar Bhandara, Member of the National Assembly from the Pakistan Muslim League (N), hosted his annual minority lunch at his residence in Rawalpindi, bringing together representatives from a wide spectrum of religious communities in a show of unity and interfaith harmony.
The gathering was attended by members of the Sikh, Parsi, Baha’i, Kalasha, Buddhist, Hindu and Christian communities, along with Muslims, as well as prominent religious figures and public personalities.
Among the notable attendees were former Bishop Samuel Azariah, Dr. Majid Abel, Administrative Senior Pastor of the Naulakha Presbyterian Church of Pakistan, and Guru Sukhdev, a leading figure among the Nath Panthi Yogis.
The event also saw the participation of sitting and former parliamentarians, including Naveed Amir Jeeva, Neelum Kumari, Asiya Nasir, Zammurd Khan, and Kamran Michael. Former members of provincial assemblies, including Gursaran Lal, Joel Amir Sahotra, and Wilson Wazir, were also in attendance.
Speaking on the occasion, Isphanyar Bhandara expressed gratitude to the leadership of Pakistan Muslim League (N) for its continued commitment to an inclusive and representative Pakistan. He said such efforts reflect the ideals of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who envisioned a Pakistan where all citizens enjoy equal rights and opportunities regardless of faith.
He also acknowledged the leadership of Shehbaz Sharif, highlighting Pakistan’s emergence as a credible interlocutor for peace and regional cooperation under his stewardship. He further appreciated the role of Field Marshal Asim Munir in reinforcing these efforts and contributing to the country’s growing diplomatic stature.
The annual lunch has become a regular feature aimed at fostering dialogue, strengthening mutual respect, and celebrating Pakistan’s religious diversity. Participants appreciated the initiative as a meaningful platform for engagement among different faith communities and policymakers.
