Pakistan’s Higher Education Commission (HEC) is facing criticism for objecting to the celebration of the Hindu festival of Holi at a university in Islamabad. The commission claimed that the event had caused concern and disadvantageously affected the country’s image. While the letter did not name the university in question, it is believed that Quaid-i-Azam University in Islamabad gained attention on social media for hosting an event for Holi, which took place on March 8. The HEC’s position led to accusations of religious bigotry and misplaced priorities, with critics citing the country’s pressing educational challenges. The letter has underscored ongoing debates over religious and cultural identity in Pakistan.
Pakistani Education Department Sparks Outrage Over Objecting to Holi Observance at Islamabad University
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