On December 25, Pakistan commemorated the 148th birth anniversary of its founder, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, with heartfelt tributes from political leaders, military officials and citizens, celebrating his visionary leadership and its lasting legacy.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to Quaid-e-Azam, recognizing his extraordinary vision, courage and unwavering determination which led to the creation of Pakistan.
In his message, the Prime Minister described Jinnah as a leader of rare caliber who believed deeply in the principles of unity, justice and equality. He highlighted that Jinnah’s life continues to be a source of inspiration as an enlightened teacher, visionary lawyer, principled statesman and charismatic leader.
Prime Minister Shehbaz emphasized that Quaid’s dream was of a Pakistan where every citizen could live with dignity, freedom and equal opportunities, regardless of their faith or ethnicity.
On this special day, he called on Pakistanis to renew their commitment to Jinnah’s values of unity, faith and discipline, which remain vital guiding principles for the nation’s progress.
Besides honoring the founding father, Prime Minister Shehbaz also extended warm Christmas greetings to the Christian community of Pakistan and the world. He highlighted the teachings of Hazrat Isa (AS), emphasizing peace, love, compassion and mercy.
The Prime Minister recognized the invaluable contributions of Pakistan’s Christian community, particularly in the areas of education, healthcare and nation-building.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to upholding the rights of all religious communities, ensuring an environment of mutual respect and understanding.
Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari also paid tribute to Quaid-e-Azam, emphasizing the importance of upholding the values of social justice, economic fairness and rule of law to realize Jinnah’s vision.
He urged Pakistanis to invest in education of young people and work for the betterment of underprivileged communities. He highlighted Jinnah’s dream of a peaceful and moderate Pakistan, calling for harmony both within the country and beyond its borders.
The President reflected on Quaid’s historic speech to the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan on August 11, 1947, in which he envisioned a country based on inclusion, the rule of law and protection of minority rights.
He urged citizens to renew their commitment to embody the principles of Jinnah in daily life and strive to build a democratic, inclusive and prosperous nation.