Proposed Christian Marriage Law Amendments Cleared For Punjab Assembly
UrduPoint
Published September 10, 2026 | 06:40 PM
LAHORE, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 10th Sep, 2026) The Punjab government has taken a significant step towards reforming Christian personal laws, as a high-level technical committee constituted on the directions of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz reached consensus on proposed amendments to the Christian Marriage Act for presentation before the Punjab Assembly.
Key Developments:
- Reforming Christian Personal Laws: A committee, chaired by Provincial Minister for Minorities Affairs Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora, reviewed proposed amendments, sub-committee recommendations, and contemporary requirements for aligning Christian laws.
- Online Marriage Registration: The committee approved the introduction of an online registration system for Christian marriages to enhance transparency, prevent irregularities, and improve record-keeping.
- Religious Education for Prisoners: Arrangements were approved for providing religious education and examination facilities to prisoners belonging to minority faiths. A committee was formed to develop a mechanism for these services and appoint certified teachers.
Quote from Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora:
"Progress on reforming Christian personal laws is an important step towards safeguarding the rights of the Christian community. Protection of the community’s rights is a firm commitment of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, and these reforms are part of her inclusive and minority-friendly vision."
Next Steps:
- The proposed Christian Marriage Amendment Act will be presented to the Punjab Assembly.
- The provincial government is committed to providing legal protection and improved facilities for the Christian community while incorporating diverse perspectives into the legislative process.
