Fashion designer Deepak Perwani, a prominent figure in Pakistan's fashion industry, recently took a bold stance on the pervasive issue of forced conversions within the country. Using his social media platform, Perwani spoke out against this concerning practice, particularly highlighting the plight of Hindu girls who are often forced to convert to Islam to marry Muslim men. In a compelling post on X, Perwani drew attention to the alarming trend, emphasising the injustice and inaction of authorities in such situations. "So only Hindu girls want to convert to marry Muslims in Pakistan and no Muslim girl ever converts to marry a Hindu in Pakistan?" queried the designer. "Stop forced conversions. It’s a dark reality that Pakistan needs to change if it wants to move forward." He further used the hashtag 'HRCP,' alongside the phrase 'shame on,' implying his dismay with the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan.
Being a member of the Hindu Sindhi community in Pakistan, Perwani's impassioned plea comes at a potential personal risk due to the sensitive nature of the subject. Nevertheless, the designer, known for his significant influence and outspokenness on social issues, opted to raise his voice against the prevalent forced conversions, despite the potential backlash.