"While the entire nation is grieving the loss of life and property on such a large scale, it is tormenting to see some destructive elements are still carrying on with their vengeful acts of terrorism", said Syed Jawaid Iqbal, Chairman Moderates, a private sector Think Tank.
He termed the widespread destruction in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and large areas of Punjab a national tragedy that needs be dealt with collectively, setting aside all differences. "It is time to bridge these rifts to cope with this tragedy and show national solidarity in supporting the victims in all possible ways", he added. "The ongoing spree of targeted killings and street violence show an appalling level of insensitivity on the part of the perpetrators.
It is evident that they have no concern for the country and are only pursuing their own vested interests. It's about time the peaceful Pakistanis took a stand against such forces by refusing to give in to their malicious designs. We need to pull our efforts together to uproot these forces and keep our focus on peace and progress", he further said. Moderates appealed to all Pakistanis around the world to help the people affected by the floods.-PR