Special Memorial Ceremony Held in Islamabad in Remembrance of Noor Mukadam, Emphasis on Ending Violence Against Women

*ISLAMABAD:* A special memorial and awareness ceremony was held in the federal capital to honour the memory of Noor Mukadam, highlighting the need to end violence against women, protect their fundamental rights and promote women’s empowerment.

The event was organised by Noor Mukadam’s father, former Pakistani ambassador Shaukat Ali Mukadam, with the support of the Growing Women Prosperity Organisation. The ceremony was held at Edhi Home, H-8/1, Islamabad, and attended by participants from different walks of life.

The primary objective of the event was to pay tribute to Noor Mukadam and reaffirm the commitment to preventing violence against women, promoting gender equality and creating a safer and more supportive society for women.

The ceremony began with the recitation of the Holy Quran by a student of Edhi Home. A special poem dedicated to Noor Mukadam was also presented by Saadia Hayat Khan, expressing remembrance and solidarity with the cause of women’s protection.

In their addresses, Inam-ur-Rehman, father of Sarah Inam Shaheed, and Anjum Anwar spoke on the issue of gender-based violence, highlighting its social consequences, underlying challenges and the importance of effective measures to prevent violence against women.

On the occasion, Shaukat Ali Mukadam thanked all participants and guests for attending the ceremony and supporting the cause. Background: Noor Mukadam Murder Case

Noor Mukadam, daughter of former Pakistani ambassador Shaukat Ali Mukadam, was murdered in Islamabad on July 20, 2021. The brutal incident shocked the country and triggered widespread public debate on women’s safety, gender-based violence and the prevention of crimes against women.

Zahir Jaffer was identified as the prime accused in the case and was subsequently sentenced to death by a trial court for the murder.

The case became a significant national reference point in discussions about women’s protection, accountability for gender-based crimes and the need for effective legal and institutional safeguards.

The memorial ceremony served as an occasion to renew the commitment to ensuring that women can live free from violence, intimidation and discrimination, while encouraging individuals, communities and institutions to play their role in building a safer society.

The event concluded with prayers.