Marking a significant milestone for animal welfare in Pakistan, the country’s first ever farm animal welfare conference, which was completed in Lahore with a convincing statement. The conference called on politicians to reform national laws and policies in accordance with Islamic values, scientific research and international standards for expensive well -being.
Organized by Pakistan Animal Rights Advocacy Group (Parag) gathered the one-day summit that led to votes from Academia, Veterinary Science, Law, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences and Trobased Society.
Keynote addresses were provided by Professor Dr. Iqrar Ahmad Khan, President of Punjab Higher Education Commission and former Rector at the University of Agriculture Faisalabad and Dr. Muhammad Arshad.
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Other prominent speakers included Islamic learned Mufti Syed Adeel, Environmentalist Dr. Mahnoor Fatima, the famous veterinary expert Dr. Zahid Mehmood, Animal Rights Lawyer Uzma Qureshi and Farmer’s Representative Chaudhry Naeem.
Speakers highlighted the multifaceted animal welfare dimensions that advocate for human treatment, ethical agricultural practice and the need to integrate expensive compassion into national values.
The conference declaration expressed deep concern about outdated animal welfare laws in Pakistan and emphasized the urgent need for reforms in animal homes, agriculture and slaughter practices. It also noted a significant lack of education among farmers and Slaughterhouse staff.
Participants unanimously claimed that kindness to animals is not only a moral obligation, but a religious duty that strengthens that the state under Article 14 of Pakistan’s constitution is responsible for maintaining dignity including animals.
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Panel discussions addressed a number of critical issues including regulatory reform, improved nutrition and housing for animals, Shariah-compatible slaughter methods, protection of native flora and pollinators such as bees and practical farmer’s training.
In a speech at the occasion, Parag President Ayeza Haider emphasized that the summit marks a transformative step towards transforming public consciousness. “It is time for us to move beyond seeing animals exclusively as raw materials. Treating them with empathy and compassion should be seen as a characteristic of a truly human and noble community,” she said.
