Ayodhya: The 33rd anniversary of the 16th century Babri Mosque’s martyrdom by Hindu extremists in the city of Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh, India, is being observed today.

According to Radio Pakistan, on this day in 1992, a large mob of Hindu Kar Sevaks (volunteers) of RSS and its affiliates, including VHP and BJP members, with the help and patronage of government functionaries, stormed the mosque.

The Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tahir Andrabi, stated that Pakistan maintains that the preservation of religious heritage and sacred sites is a shared responsibility of the international community. In a statement, he emphasized that it is essential for all acts undermining Muslim religious symbols or historical legacy to be addressed with transparency, accountability, and a commitment to justice.

Pakistan has called upon the international community to acknowledge the importance of safeguarding Muslim religious heritage and to help ensure that such incidents do not recur. The country urged the Government of India to foster an environment of tolerance and inclusivity, ensuring equal citizenship rights and mutual respect among all religious and cultural communities.