74th Independence Day: Message from Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani (Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan)

TEXT: "My dear compatriots! I heartily congratulate all Pakistanis on the auspicious occasion of Independence Day, an important day of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, which is the result of the tireless efforts, hard work and eternal sacrifices of the Muslims of the subcontinent.

The 74th Independence Day is being celebrated with renewed vigor and enthusiasm. We must believe that our Independence Day in the days to come will bring us political, economic, social stability as well as the promise of an end to the epidemic facing the world. Over the past few years, Pakistan has been facing the challenges of terrorism, Indian atrocities in occupied Kashmir and the worst human rights violations and the Corona virus like other countries around the world. It is welcome that all political parties, Parliament and other national institutions have come up with a joint strategy to tackle these challenges.

Undoubtedly, freedom is a great blessing and our forefathers made immense sacrifices to achieve this blessing and with their continuous efforts, on August 14, 1947, Pakistan emerged on the world map as an independent country. However, now it is our responsibility to present Pakistan as a dignified, developed and prosperous country in the world and to shape this country according to the dreams of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan and Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal, the great thinker of Pakistan.

It is reassuring and encouraging for all of us that the new generation has a passion for patriotism and a sincere desire to build and develop the country. The problems and difficulties facing our dear country today demand that we work in accordance with the words of the Founder of Pakistan to achieve our national goals and move forward with harmony and unity. It is imperative for all of us to go beyond personal interests and fulfill our national duty keeping in view the national interest. Play your part in the development and prosperity of Pakistan by adhering to the guiding principles of unity, harmony and discipline. May Allah help us.

Happy Independence Day, Long live Pakistan!

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74th Independence Day: Message from NA Speaker Asad Qaiser and Deputy Speaker Qasim Khan Suri

TEXT: Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser and Deputy Speaker Qasim Khan Suri has congratulated the nation on the eve of 74th Independence Day. The Speaker said that this day is a day of renewal of our commitments and reminds us the unforgettable struggle and sacrifices made by our forefathers for next generations to live in freedom.

The Speaker remarked that undoubtedly Freedom is a great blessing and the nations which are living a life in slavery and are being subjected to oppression and exploitation know the value of freedom rightly. He said that the value of freedom can be gauged from the plight of the people living in Indian illegally occupied Kashmir and have been the victimized of Indian oppression and barbarism for more than seven decades.

Speaker Asad Qaiser said that the goal of achieving the freedom was to establish a state where the teaching of the Holy Quran and practices of the Holy Prophet PBHU are implemented for the welfare of all irrespective of caste, colour and creed. The Quaid-e-Azam also dreamt about such a peaceful, democratic and welfare state that would be a model for the whole world. He said that it is essential to be united to realize this dream of making Pakistan a true Islamic welfare state.

The Speaker payed tribute to the sacrifices offered by freedom leaders and their untiring efforts to of the Muslims of subcontinent due to which dream of a separate homeland for Muslims was achieved. He urged the nation to work hard for making Pakistan developed and prosperous country. He said that this day reminds us to work with honesty and sincerity for the progress of the nation. He remarked that we can lead this country by practicing Unity, Believe and Faith based principles laid down by Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

On this occasion, the Deputy Speaker said that August 14 is the day of renewed commitment and reminds us of the everlasting sacrifices rendered by the founders of Pakistan and our forefathers for the freedom of this country. He said that today we have to pledge that we will work together for the development of the country beyond provincialism, linguistics and political affiliations and work hard for progress and prosperity of homeland. He said that by following the guiding principles of unity, faith and believe of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, we can lead this country on the path of development and get a dignified place in the world.

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74th Independence Day: Message from Senator Shibli Faraz (Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting)

TEXT: I congratulate my countrymen on 74th Independence Day. Pakistan appeared on the World Map on 14th August 1947 as an Independent Country for which our elders and forefathers made great sacrifices. However, now it is up to us to present Pakistan as a strong, developed and progressive country to the community of nations and to mould this country according to the dreams of its founding leaders Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Allama Muhammad Iqbal. Our great leader Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah presented the idea of democratic and progressive Pakistan based on harmony and strived for rule of law, discipline and supremacy of democratic norms.

While celebrating Independence Day we must remember our suppressed Kashmiri brethren who have been deprived of their right to self-determination and are facing the cruelty of occupant army. We warn India on this occasion that she will not be able to stop the freedom struggle of the Kashmiris who have been under siege for over one year through its illegal actions. Whole Pakistani nation is ready to make sacrifices for the suppressed Kashmiris. We will expose malafide Indian intentions and will get the right of self-determination for the Kashmiris and the first important step towards this grand objective is the inclusion of Indian Illegally Occupied Kashmir in Pakistan's Political Map as an integral part of Pakistan by Prime Minister, Imran Khan. On this day we also reiterate our commitment with Kashmiris and ensure them that Pakistan will continue their political, moral and diplomatic support.

We are faced with many challenges and Covid-19 has been the foremost challenge which has badly impacted our national health, economy, education and other walks of life. However despite all difficulties the Government and the people have not only fought against this international pandemic but have managed to control through following SOP's. Alhumdulillah, the Covid-19 impact on our country is much less as compared to other developed and prosperous countries. Prime Minister, Imran Khan supported the poor segments of the society during this pandemic through Ehsaas Cash Support Program and establishment of Shelters.

Allah has blessed Pakistan with all kinds of resources. Our youth is full of courage, potential and patriotism. They know that only through following Quaid-e-Azam's principles of Unity, Faith and Discipline, they will be able to overcome challenges and difficulties. We have to promote a thinking through our education system, media and religious clergy which practically represents the Ideology of Pakistan and promotes peace, harmony and development in the world.

Today we resolve to make Pakistan a strong vibrant and developed nation where there will be no injustice torture lawlessness and no poverty. On this day, let us renew our faith in making Pakistan a developed prosperous and equitable country.

"Pakistan Zindabad"

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