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I did not realize that Parsis started leaving Pakistan in the 50s and 60s, peaking after 1971.

I thought it was a more recent phenomenon.

@Devil Soul :tup:
After 1979 zia's islamization first Bhuto's ban on alcohol because many Parsi ran alcohol base business after ban they have to move for living.
 
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I think it had more to do with the increasing fundamentalism in Pakistan.

And the disgust and disillusionment of East Pakistan.
Nope they left for better jobs in Canada, USA,UK and Australia
 
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After 1979 zia's islamization first Bhuto's ban on alcohol because many Parsi ran alcohol base business after ban they have to move for living.

Please read the link above.

The professionals without land/business links left first.
 
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Please read the link above.

The professionals without land/business links left first.
Now most Parsis in Pakistan are 65+ and the younger parsis are folks mostly with a strong financial background
 
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Why the sudden remembrance of Parsis in Pakistan guys?

Some anniversary or something?

The second such thread in less than a week. So asking.

Tribune is suffering with amnesia.. posting recycled articles with no new information :/

On topic: because Parsis almost all are very highly educated and career minded, thats why even with population of few thousands, they have managed to make themselves known. I still cant get my head round the fire worshipping.. But to each their own..
 
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Tribune is suffering with amnesia.. posting recycled articles with no new information :/

On topic: because Parsis almost all are very highly educated and career minded, thats why even with population of few thousands, they have managed to make themselves known. I still cant get my head round the fire worshipping.. But to each their own..

Sigh.

We are not "fire worshipers" man.

Anyways ......
 
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Sorry if I offended you. I don't know much about the religion.

No its ok man.

You are part of the same people who gave us refuge.

I think you guys are monotheist and you call your god Azura Masda right?

Ahura Mazda.

Zoroastrianism is a continuum of more ancient Persian Mithraism which was dualist.
 
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No its ok man.

You are part of the same people who gave us refuge.



Ahura Mazda.

Zoroastrianism is a continuum of more ancient Persian Mithraism which was dualist.
Woho tuka chul gaya
 
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Parsis in Pakistan
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Veena Rustomji displays clothing to be used in prayers in Karachi. PHOTO: AFP

At one point in history, it was easy to call the Parsi community of Pakistan our own. However, now, friends from our Parsi community are increasingly choosing to leave the country due to the instability faced here, according to a recent report in this newspaper. The group’s fears about its vulnerability as a community, as well as the fears of other minority communities, call for deep introspection by the Pakistani society on what it needs to do to make Parsis and other smaller communities feel safer and at home. This country is their home; the community has dedicated precious resources, particularly in Karachi, to provide schools, colleges, hospitals, and other facilities.

The dwindling population of minority and other communities is a tragedy for a country that was once so diverse, not to mention beautiful, that it attracted droves of tourists. This community whose ancestors have been present in the area for much longer than members of many other communities, is emigrating from the country it once helped build. While there are some old-time families still around, we need to work to make this country, once again, a friendly and welcoming place for all to live. Of course, this sounds like a lofty dream given the current state of intolerance and rampant discrimination in the country, both by citizens and terrorist outfits at different levels. We talk against the culture of families keeping armed guards but fail to critically analyse why some choose to keep them, not realising the grand threat to their safety and well-being, particularly if they belong to a minority group.

Unlike those in authority, the Parsi community has genuinely worked for the people. The name of Ardeshir Cowasjee and his philanthropic efforts and achievements for Karachi come to mind. Today, we search for another voice from a minority community that is brave enough to take a stand against injustice and government oppression, but we understand the vast difficulties and fears faced by minorities in light of widespread terrorism, discrimination and threats to safety.


Parsis in Pakistan - The Express Tribune

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A very talented and innovative communitiy, one can see their immense contribution to India, ie Tata, Homi Bhaba. This migration will prove to be a loss to our nation.
 
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