The United Nations experts have expressed grave concern regarding the ongoing abduction and forced religious conversion of women and girls from minority communities in Pakistan. They reported that 75% of victims are Hindu and 25% are Christian, with nearly 80% of incidents occurring in Sindh province. Adolescent girls aged 14 to 18 are particularly targeted, with some victims even younger. The experts emphasized that any change of religion must be free from coercion and that marriage should be based on full consent, which is not possible when minors are involved. They urged the Pakistani government to raise the minimum marriage age to 18 across all provinces and to criminalize forced religious conversion as a distinct offense. Furthermore, they called for better enforcement of existing laws regarding human trafficking and sexual violence, as well as comprehensive support services for victims, including safe shelters and legal aid. The UN experts criticized law enforcement agencies for often dismissing complaints and failing to investigate promptly, urging for effective investigations and justice for victims. They highlighted the need to address underlying issues such as gender inequality and discrimination against religious minorities to ensure freedom of religion and equality for all.