A resolution condemning the killing of Sri Lankan citizen Priyantha Kumara was tabled and unanimously approved in Senate on Friday.
Earlier this month, a mob in Sialkot had tortured Kumara, who was employed as an exports manager at a factory, to death and burnt his body.
The resolution mentioned that religion has no link with such kind of brutal acts and demanded to take action against those involved in the incident.
“The unfortunate incident of this gruesome brutality reflects the mindset of extremist elements that exist in our society, which has not only tarnished the peaceful image of Pakistan but also Islam,” it read.
Condolences were also extended to the bereaved family of Kumara and the people of Sri Lanka in the resolution. “The House expresses its deepest sympathies with the bereaved family of Priyantha Kumara,” the resolution added.
“The House also echoes the grief and sorrow felt and expressed at the national level over this brutal and shameful incident by the people of Pakistan across the board including political leadership and Islamic scholars.”
“The government should take immediate administrative, legal and awareness measures for eradication and countering of violent tendencies in the society,” the resolution urged.
