Press Release
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> APPNA Strongly Condemns Killing of Dr. Manan Siddiqi in Pakistan
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> The Association of Physicians of Pakistani-descent of North America (APPNA) expresses its utmost concern over the recent killings of members of a religious minority group in Pakistan. APPNA strongly condemns the killing of Dr. Abdul Manan Siddiqi on September 8, 2008 in Mirpur Khas, Pakistan. APPNA believes that killing of an innocent human being for any reason is against the principles of humanity, contrary to the teachings of Islam and in utter violation of the Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan.
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> While denouncing this act of ignorance and hatred, APPNA urges Government of Pakistan to investigate this murder and bring perpetrators to the justice. APPNA also urges print and electronic media of Pakistan, public or private, to play positive role in protecting the rights of all Pakistani citizens alike and promote the message of religious freedom and harmony. Furthermore, APPNA urges media not to become a tool for extremist views of any kind.
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> “Denial of fundamental civil rights and lack of religious tolerance will lead the nation to further anarchy and not towards peace and prosperity” said Dr. Mahmood Alam, the President of APPNA.
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> APPNA Executive Director - Tel: +1 (630) 968-8585, Email:  ed@appna.org
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> Association of Physicians of Pakistani-Descent of North America (APPNA) is not-for-profit organization dedicated to fostering scientific development and education in the field of medicine and to delivering better health care, irrespective of race, color, creed, or gender. APPNA saves lives and relieves suffering through its participation in medical relief and other charitable activities both at home and abroad. Established in 1976, APPNA is one of largest ethnic medical society in North America representing more than 15,000 physicians of Pakistani descent serving across United States and Canada.
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