Pakistan Court Bans Valentine’s Day

Pakistan Court Bans Valentine’s Day
The day before Valentine’s Day, a court in Islamabad banned the public celebration of the holiday in Pakistan. The court was responding to a petition that stated that Valentine’s Day celebrations violate Islamic values and culture. The ban included the electronic and print promotion of the February 14th holiday. Despite the ruling, many business owners and street vendors, including those of Muslim faith, disregarded the ban and sold Valentine-themed flowers and gifts as planned.

1. The Pakistani court banned the public celebration and promotion of Valentine’s Day.
2. The court issued this ban because of a petition that cited that Valentine’s Day violates Islamic values and culture.
3. Many vendors disregarded the ban and sold Valentine-themed products.