Lahore, August 11, 2024: On Minority Day, MPA Falbous Christopher delivered a significant speech in the Punjab Assembly, advocating for a shift from the current selection process to an electoral system for minority representatives. Speaking with pride as a representative of his community, Christopher stressed the importance of genuine democratic representation for religious minorities in Pakistan.

Addressing the Speaker, Christopher said, "Mr. Speaker, I want to express this with great pride because I am the representative of my community, and I must speak on their behalf." He reiterated his commitment to his community's long-standing demand for minority representatives to be elected by their constituents rather than appointed through a selection process.

Christopher drew a parallel between his call for electoral representation and recent political developments in Punjab, specifically mentioning the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. He suggested that winning the hearts of minorities could be achieved through genuine democratic practices and reforming the election process for minorities.

He proposed that minority communities should have designated constituencies, with political parties allocating tickets to minority candidates. "Our representatives should be elected, not selected," Christopher urged, adding that representatives elected through the power of the vote would be better positioned to truly represent their communities in the Assembly.

This call for electoral reform comes at a critical time, as discussions around the rights and representation of minorities continue to gain momentum in Pakistan. MPA Falbous Christopher's speech in the Punjab Assembly has added a significant voice to the ongoing debate on how to ensure that the voices of all citizens, particularly those of minority communities, are heard and represented in the country's legislative processes.