Pakistan’s Sindh province is gripped by fury following the cold-blooded murder of Hindu farmer Kailash Kolhi at the hands of his landlord. The incident has unleashed a wave of protests from the minority community, who are demanding swift accountability and enhanced protections.

Reports indicate that Sarfaraz Nizamani shot Kolhi in the chest at point-blank range early this week. The tenant succumbed to his injuries instantly, with no opportunity for medical intervention. While the exact trigger for the violence remains under investigation, the community views it as part of a disturbing pattern of aggression against Hindus.

Thousands have poured onto the streets, clashing with police in some areas as they press for Nizamani’s arrest and prosecution under stringent anti-terrorism laws. Human rights advocates are amplifying calls for the victim’s family to receive round-the-clock security, warning that inaction could embolden more attackers.

Leaders from various Hindu groups emphasized the urgency, stating, ‘Immediate emergency protocols must be enforced throughout Sindh to safeguard lives and prevent further bloodshed.’ The demonstrations underscore deep-seated grievances over the systemic marginalization of minorities in Pakistan.

Prominent activist Shiva Kacchi of Pakistan Darawar Ittehad lambasted the killing on social media: ‘This barbaric murder demands retribution. Kailash Kolhi’s death attacks the very fabric of justice and minority rights in Sindh. We will not rest until justice prevails.’

As the protests intensify, questions arise about the government’s commitment to protecting its 1.61% Hindu population, especially when contrasted with international rhetoric on minority issues. The coming days will test whether Sindh’s authorities can quell the unrest through meaningful action or risk broader instability.