LAHORE, May 14 — The Punjab government has decided to officially incorporate the history of the “Marka-i-Haq” conflict into the national curriculum and produce films to highlight the events of the four-day war. Chaired by Punjab Information and Culture Minister Azma Bokhari, the Information Steering Committee approved these measures on Wednesday to foster patriotism among the youth. In addition to academic changes, the government plans to fund cinematic projects and theatrical plays, including a special production at Alhamra Arts Council dedicated to the sacrifice of Shaheed Liaqat Ali.
Quick Facts
- Content related to Marka-i-Haq will be added to Punjab’s academic curriculum.
- The Punjab Film Fund will produce movies focusing on the war and national unity.
- A special play based on the life of Shaheed Liaqat will be staged at Alhamra.
- A special monitoring cell will be established to curb hate speech ahead of Muharram.
- The DG ISPR has been requested to continue engagement with educational institutions.
- A Marka-i-Haq painting competition was held at Alhamra to honor the armed forces.
پنجاب حکومت نے صوبے کے تعلیمی نصاب میں معرکہ حق کو شامل کرنے کا فیصلہ کرلیا۔ وزیر اطلاعات پنجاب عظمیٰ بخاری کی زیرِ صدارت انفارمیشن اسٹیئرنگ کمیٹی کا اہم اجلاس منعقد ہوا, اجلاس میں فیصلہ کیا گیا کہ فلم فنڈ کے تحت “معرکہ حق” اور قومی یکجہتی پر مبنی فلمیں بنائی جائیں گی#MarkaEHaq… pic.twitter.com/clSMezyBvc
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The “Marka-i-Haq” conflict, which occurred in May 2025, remains one of the most significant military escalations between Pakistan and India in recent history. The confrontation featured intense aerial engagements, missile strikes, and artillery exchanges along the Line of Control. By institutionalizing this narrative, the provincial government aims to provide “ideological guidance” to students and counter external propaganda. Minister Bokhari emphasized that private schools would be required to participate in national unity programs with the same fervor as public institutions to ensure a synchronized national spirit.
The meeting also addressed broader security concerns, specifically regarding digital space and sectarian harmony. In preparation for the upcoming month of Muharram, a joint monitoring cell between the Information and Home departments will be launched to track and prosecute individuals spreading provocative content on social media. Minister Bokhari warned that no form of hate speech would be tolerated, and the cell would act as a primary source for fact-checking to prevent the spread of rumors during the sensitive religious period.
