Islamabad, 14 August 2022 (TDI): The Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif shared a special message for Pakistan and its people on the occasion of the 75th Independence Day.
Message by the Prime Minister
The Prime Minister of Pakistan said, “The 75th Independence Day is a watershed moment in our nation’s history.
Today we pay rich tributes to Muslims of the sub-continent and express our collective gratitude to them for their heroic struggle, and epic sacrifices for the creation of a new state.
The establishment of Pakistan is an outcome of the Quaid-i-Azam’s single-minded devotion, unflinching resolve and his unwavering struggle.
From the conception of an idea in 1930, Pakistan emerged on the map of the world as the largest Muslim country in a short span of 17 years.
The coming of Pakistan into existence was no less than a miracle that stunned friends and foes alike, beating all predictions. Where the 75th Independence Day is an occasion of jubilation and festivity, it is also a moment of reflection and self-accountability.
We, as a nation, have achieved many milestones during the last seven and a half decades. From thwarting external aggression to putting together a federal constitution to becoming the 7th nuclear power of the world to beating the scourge of terrorism, we have come a long way.
The odds were definitely heavier than anyone could imagine but our national will to defeat them was stronger.
At the same time, it is also a fact that we have not been able to fully realize the dream that our founding fathers dreamed; the dream of socio-economic justice, rule of and equality before the law, and the dream of an egalitarian society.
While we are an independent nation, a precious gift for which we cannot thank Allah Almighty enough, true freedom lies in being free from want, hunger, poverty and backwardness.
Nothing is more dangerous for a nation than the internal division; disruption and chaos, for such negative forces, undermine the solidarity and integrity of the country and rob societies of their national purpose.
Quaid-i-Azam warned against such evils and gave us the motto of “unity, faith, and discipline” as an antidote. The greatest strength of our country is the people, particularly the youth.
It is their energy, resolve, and passion that is capable of overcoming any odds, beating hurdles, and lighting the candle of hope. We can push back the divisive and nihilistic forces with the power of the people and protect our freedom and identity.
I have my full faith in their capabilities to chart a way forward. While celebrating the 75th Independence Day, let us seek guidance from the ideology of our founding fathers and put the welfare of our people at the center of our mission of national rejuvenation.
Let us vow to turn Pakistan into a nation-state that is reflective of the ideals of our founding fathers. On the historic occasion of the 75th Independence Day, I congratulate the people of Pakistan including overseas Pakistanis.”
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Activities of the Prime Minister on Independence Day
To mark the day, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the flag-hoisting ceremony held at the Jinnah Convention Centre, Islamabad.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the flag-hoisting ceremony on Independence day at Jinnah Convention Center Islamabad.#IndependenceDay 🇵🇰 #PakistanAt75 pic.twitter.com/kDMwfK9dU1
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) August 14, 2022
Further, the Minister also attended the inaugural ceremony of the Rawal Dam Flyover. Moreover, he visited the Pakistan sweet home and celebrated Independence day with the children.
