Actress Rabia Abid Ali has reacted to the tragic Sargodha incident by sharing a video message on social media. She addressed the sensitive issue by urging parents to rethink how they raise their children. She stressed that upbringing should focus on sons as much as daughters.
In her video, Rabia said the incident left her deeply saddened. She said she struggled to find words strong enough to condemn what had happened. She described the tragedy as emotionally disturbing and said it shook people across society.
Rabia questioned why society often places the entire responsibility of tarbiyat on girls. She said parents frequently impose restrictions on daughters. At the same time, they allow sons greater freedom without proper moral guidance. She argued that this imbalance creates serious social consequences.
The actress said teaching boys respect, responsibility, and accountability is essential. She added that educating sons to respect women matters just as much as teaching girls modesty and discipline. She asked why sons are often excluded from conversations about values and behavior.
Rabia said enforcing dress codes or strict rules on daughters alone cannot prevent such incidents. She stressed that parents must actively teach sons how to interact with women respectfully. She said boys must understand the dignity, value, and status women hold in society and religion.
Warning parents, Rabia said ignoring the moral development of sons can be dangerous. She compared unchecked upbringing to leaving children without guidance or limits. She said such neglect can contribute to the rise of violence and abuse in society.
Rabia concluded that real change begins at home. She said families must raise boys with empathy, respect, and accountability from an early age. She added that balanced parenting can help prevent future tragedies.
