Mother Seeks Return of 14-Year-Old Daughter Allegedly Abducted in Pakistan

A Christian mother in Karachi, Pakistan, is calling for the safe return of her 14-year-old daughter, who has been missing since September 18, 2026. The mother, Shamim Ashraf, expressed deep concern that her daughter may have been abducted and forced into marriage and religious conversion. Reports from LEAD Ministries and local media indicate the teenager was allegedly taken to Larkana in the Sindh province.

Former provincial legislator Saleem Khursheed Khokhar has publicly demanded the girl's recovery, while legal advocates from LEAD Ministries have urged authorities to verify the teenager's age and ensure she can provide a statement in court without intimidation. The family has reportedly filed a constitutional petition with the High Court to assist in the investigation. As of early November, the girl's exact whereabouts and the circumstances of her disappearance remain unconfirmed, prompting calls for officials to protect the rights and safety of the minor.