Islamabad, 24 June 2026: "As Convenor of the Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights (PCCR), I, on behalf of the Caucus, express profound grief and strongly condemn the reported incident involving the sexual assault and brutal murder of a minor girl in Sargodha. This heinous and reprehensible crime is a grave violation of the rights, dignity, and sanctity of a child and has deeply shocked the conscience of our society.

We stand in solidarity with the bereaved family during this difficult time and extend our heartfelt condolences. We pray that Allah Almighty grants them patience, strength, and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.

The Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights firmly believes that every child has the fundamental right to life, protection, dignity, and security. We urge the concerned authorities to conduct a transparent, impartial, and expeditious investigation and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice without delay. The perpetrators of such horrific crimes must be held fully accountable in accordance with the law.

This tragic incident underscores the urgent need to further strengthen child protection mechanisms, enhance institutional coordination, and ensure effective implementation of laws designed to safeguard children from all forms of abuse, exploitation, and violence.

We reaffirm our unwavering commitment to advancing and protecting the rights of children and call upon all stakeholders to work collectively towards creating a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for every child in Pakistan.

The Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights will continue to advocate for stronger legislative, legal, and institutional measures to ensure that the safety, well-being, and best interests of children remain a national priority."