By Qasim Ali
LAHORE:Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif presided over a meeting of the Ittehad Bain-ul-Muslimeen Committee, here on Wednesday.On Chief Minister Punjab’s request, Chairman of Tanzeem-ul-Madaris Ahl-e-Sunnat Pakistan Mufti Muneeb-ur-Rehman attended the meeting as a special guest. She warmly welcomed the Ulema and Mashaikh. Scholars from all schools of thought expressed their complete support for the Punjab government’s principled stance and endorsed its efforts for maintaining peace in the province.During the meeting, it was decided that the management of sealed mosques would be handed over to Tanzeem-ul-Madaris Ahl-e-Sunnat Pakistan. She directed immediate release of individuals proven innocent and directed officials to ensure their dignified return home. She also directed to ensure maintenance of respect for religious symbols and sacred names appearing on posters and banners.The CM agreed in principle to grant a monthly stipend of Rs. 25,000 for mosque Imams. Provincial Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique and Secretary Law & Order were appointed as focal persons for maintaining liaison with the Ulema. The meeting was briefed that reports regarding innocent detainees can be made via helpline 15.
