Naqvi, Maryam, Murad urge unity, collective efforts on Independence Day
Leaders pay tribute to Pakistan Movement heroes, martyrs while calling for national solidarity and stronger future
Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, and Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah hailed the nation on Independence Day, honoring the sacrifices made for Pakistan and urging unity and collective efforts for the country's progress. Naqvi, speaking on X, quoted: "Pakistan Zindabad forever, congratulations to the countrymen on the joys of freedom."
He emphasized that 14 August is a day of immense pride and sacrifice, praising the blood of countless martyrs who defended the homeland and fought for peace. Naqvi also paid tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and other leaders of the Pakistan Movement, vowing that unity, discipline, and adherence to golden principles are the nation's greatest strength and survival guarantee.
Meanwhile, Maryam Nawaz extended greetings to the nation, praising Quaid-e-Azam, Allama Muhammad Iqbal, Fatima Jinnah, and other leaders, while also honoring the martyrs and veterans of the Pakistan Movement. She encouraged the younger generation to fulfill their commitment to a better and safer Pakistan and emphasized that every individual lighting their own lamp would illuminate the entire homeland.
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah conveyed heartfelt greetings to all Pakistanis, calling for a stronger, inclusive, and prosperous Pakistan, and extending gratitude for the nation's progress in peace, unity, and prosperity.
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