Senate introduces tough bill against black magic and witchcraft Unlicensed spiritual healers may face jail terms and heavy fines
The recently tabled Criminal Laws (Amendment) Act, 2024 in Pakistan’s Senate proposes to officially criminalize black magic, sorcery, witchcraft, and related services. Under the draft, a new Section 297A will be inserted into the Pakistan Penal Code, declaring it an offense to practice, promote, or advertise such services, particularly when disguised as “spiritual healing.” Those […]









