Representatives of different religions vow to protect peace

Representatives of various religions organisations here today vowed to join hands against practices being spread by some anti-social elements to disrupt peace in the country.
Members including from Sikh, Hindu, Muslim and Christian organisations, also asserted to take the message of peace and harmony to the grass-roots level by launching 'nukkad' meetings besides giving messages through worship places.
While holding the 'Peace Meet' here, the district administration urged all religions, religious-social organisations, non-government organisations, elected representatives and members of various political parties to join hands against the peace-disruptive practices being spread by some anti-social elements.
In the meet called by Deputy Commissioner Ravi Bhagat, the representatives of all religions said that the holy city of Amritsar and adjoining areas has a glorious tradition of brotherhood, communal harmony and tranquillity.

They said that even at the height of disturbances, Punjab never witnessed a single communal clash and people showed utmost restraint in dealing with the situation.
They said that people instead of getting provoked by wild rumours through unsubstantiated, baseless and false social media messages, should vow to maintain peace and tranquillity.
The representatives of various organisations included Sayed Hamid Hussain Kasmi, Imam of Badi Masjid Khairuddin, John Kotli from All India Christian Front, Sayed Tarundeep Singh, coordinator Eco-Sikh organisation, Satpal Mahajan, President Durgiana Mandir Committee, Deepak Babbar of Mission Aagaaz.