84 F
Pakistan
Saturday, August 29, 2026
HomePoliticsUnsafe Girls

Unsafe Girls

Girls have an equal right to live safely. However, many girls in Pakistan are subjected to extreme violence and abuse. Statistics paint a bleak picture. In 2025 alone, 3, 630 child abuse cases were reported, including 2, 003 cases of sexual abuse, while many others went unreported due to shame or fear. It is estimated that eight cases of abuse occur every day in the country. As a result, female participation in education and the workforce has been significantly affected. I urge the government to take strict action against child abuse and violence by strengthening child protection laws, making schools and public places safer, and ensuring swift justice for victims. To build a sustainable society, Pakistan must count its girls in. PIMS Disaster SHAYHAQ M. SHARAF, Turbat.

Read full story on The Nation

RELATED ARTICLES

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

- Advertisment -
Google search engine

Most Popular

Recent Comments