Productive Meeting Update: Chaired by Ms. Anjum Iqbal Jumani, Secretary of Minority Affairs Department, Government of Sindh, and co-chaired by Mr. Iqbal Ahmed Detho Chairperson of Sindh Human Rights Commission the meeting focused on expediting the implementation of the Sindh Hindus Marriage (Amendment) Act, 2018. It was a significant step forward, discussing vital issues and devising actionable plans. Here's a brief recap:
- Addressing the lack of awareness among UC staff.
- Establishing proper mechanisms for record-keeping.
- Resolving disputes regarding Panchayatnama.
- Standardizing fee structures.
- Prioritizing record-keeping
- And more!
Various key departments and organizations representative attended the meeting, reflecting a collaborative effort to address the implementation challenges of the Sindh Hindus Marriage (Amendment) Act, 2018. Officials from the Local Government Department and Local Government Board emphasized grassroots involvement in executing legal provisions. Nadra representatives highlighted streamlined documentation processes, while the Director and Deputy Secretary of Minorities Affairs Sindh addressed community-specific concerns. The participation of the Executive Engineer and Deputy Director from Minorities Affairs added depth to the discussions.