Lahore: A solemn marriage ceremony of 10 females from the affectees of Joseph Colony, Badami Bagh, Lahore; was organized by Fr. Emmanuel Yousaf Mani (National Director-NCJP). At Saint Anthony’s Church, 24 Empress Road, (Near Don Bosco School) Lahore, on 30, November, 2013 at 1:30 PM.
These marriages were planned by the individual families before the tragic incident of Joseph Colony in March, 2013; however had to be deferred. The families lost all their belongings, including the valuables prepared for the wedding; due to the incident.
Taking into account the massive destruction and it’s effects, specially physiological and economic and keeping in view the rehabilitation process for the victims (of Joseph Colony incident); this solemn marriage has been organized. The ceremony and gifts for the couples (10) were arranged with the generous contributions of the philanthropists.