Shocking Abduction: 12-Year-Old Hindu Girl Targeted in Systematic Forced Conversion in Sindh and Punjab

Mirpurkhas, Sindh (Pakistan) — LEAD Ministries has learned a disturbing new case involving a 12-year-old Hindu girl, Lachhmi Kolhi, from Bukhari Farm village near Kot Ghulam Muhammad. She was allegedly abducted and taken to Samaro, where she was forced to convert to Islam and married. Her true age of 12 was reportedly falsified as 19 on official records.

Pastor Imran Amanat, leader of LEAD Ministries, condemned the incident, warning that minority girls in Sindh and Punjab continue to be targeted. Reports indicate that forced conversions and coerced marriages are not isolated incidents but part of an organized pattern by Islamist groups targeting Hindu and Christian girls across Pakistan.

Sardar Mushtaq Gill, founder of LEAD Ministries, said: “A child cannot truly decide to change her religion or enter into marriage under pressure, particularly when isolated from family and community. Forced conversions of this nature systematically violate the rights of children and put them at severe risk of long-term social and psychological harm.”

LEAD Ministries documents persecution and violence against Christians in Pakistan while advocating for religious freedom, pastoral care, and community support. Its Women Fellowship Ministry, led by Farzana Imran, empowers Christian women and girls to resist abduction, forced conversion, coerced marriage, and social discrimination through faith, courage, and practical skills.

Through church planting, discipleship, Women Fellowships, Pastor Care, rescuing families from bonded labor, and advocacy, LEAD Ministries works to strengthen churches, empower women and girls, support pastors, redeem families, and protect persecuted communities.

Pastor Imran Amanat urges authorities to take immediate action to investigate Lachhmi Kolhi’s case and to halt the systematic targeting of vulnerable children. He also called on communities and supporters to pray for the ongoing work of LEAD Ministries as the organization continues to protect persecuted minorities, empower women and girls, and advocate for human rights across Pakistan.

Remembering the Martyrs of Youhanabad: 11 Years After the Tragic Church Attacks

LAHORE: 15 March 2026 marks eleven years since one of the most painful tragedies in the history of Christians in Pakistan—the terrorist attacks on two churches in Youhanabad, Lahore. On 15 March 2015, during Sunday worship, two suicide bombers targeted congregations gathered for prayer, turning a sacred moment of devotion into a scene of devastation.

The coordinated attacks struck St. John’s Catholic Church and Christ Church in the Christian neighborhood of Youhanabad, one of the largest Christian communities in Lahore. Worshippers had gathered to pray for their families, their community, and their country when the explosions ripped through the area.

Within moments, the quiet reverence of Sunday worship was shattered by blasts and clouds of smoke. According to reports at the time, at least 15 innocent believers lost their lives, while more than 70 others were injured. The victims were remembered as martyrs by the Christian community, and the attacks left a deep scar not only in Pakistan but also among Christians around the world.

Despite the horror of that day, the people of Youhanabad responded with remarkable courage and faith. Community members stood united, supporting one another and refusing to abandon their places of worship. Their resilience became a powerful symbol of hope and perseverance in the face of violence and intimidation.

Each year on 15 March, the Christian community gathers in churches across Youhanabad to honor the memory of the victims. Special prayers are offered, candles are lit, and families remember their loved ones who lost their lives in the attack. The day has become both a time of mourning and a call for solidarity, peace, and justice.

The tragedy also continues to highlight the challenges faced by religious minorities in Pakistan, emphasizing the urgent need for stronger protections, interfaith harmony, and respect for the right of every person to worship freely and safely.

LEAD Ministries documents persecution and violence against Christians in Pakistan while advocating for religious freedom, pastoral care, and community support. Although the organization does not have the financial resources to directly provide aid to victims, it continues its work through church planting, women’s empowerment programs, and advocacy for vulnerable communities.

On this day of remembrance, LEAD Ministries also pays tribute to the martyrs of Youhanabad and prays for comfort for grieving families, justice for victims, and a future in which Pakistan may grow as a land of peace, love, and mutual respect.

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Brutal Killing of Christian Youth in Lahore Sparks Outrage; One Suspect in Custody

Lahore / Gujranwala — March 13, 2026: A Christian youth, Salati Masih, son of Shoukat Masih, was brutally murdered with iron rods and a knife in Bao Wala, Barki Road in Lahore on March 13, 2026, in an attack that has shocked the local community.

Police at Police Station C Division, Lahore, have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against the alleged perpetrators, Muhammad Bilal and Muhammad Awais. According to reports, one suspect has been arrested, while authorities continue to pursue the remaining accused.

The victim’s body was transported to his permanent residence in Gujranwala district, where he was laid to rest today, March 14, 2026, as family, friends, and community members gathered to mourn his untimely death.

Pastor Imran Amanat, leader of LEAD Ministries, condemned the killing as a deeply disturbing act.

“An innocent Christian youth has been killed in an extremely brutal and cruel manner. This shocking act offends human conscience and raises urgent questions about the protection of minorities in our society,” he said.

“We demand that the authorities take swift action to bring the perpetrators to justice and provide solace to the grieving family.”

Sardar Mushtaq Gill, founder of LEAD Ministries, also called for justice and stronger protection for minority communities, urging the public to pray for the bereaved family and pressing authorities to hold all responsible accountable.

LEAD Ministries continues to document persecution and violence against Christians in Pakistan, advocating for religious freedom, pastoral care, and community support. While the organization does not have the financial resources to directly aid victims, it remains active in church planting, women’s empowerment, and advocacy for marginalized communities.

Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the motive behind the murder, and the investigation remains ongoing.