ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal made a passionate appeal to the nation, especially the youth to unite and work tirelessly for the country’s welfare, drawing inspiration from the visionary leadership of founder Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah on his 148th birth anniversary. In his message with the PTV news channel, Iqbal paid rich tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s relentless struggle and unwavering dedication to the creation of Pakistan. He emphasized the importance of Jinnah’s vision for a unified and prosperous Pakistan, highlighting his unwavering commitment to the nation’s development. He encouraged the youth to follow in Jinnah’s footsteps and play an active role in shaping the country’s future. He underscored the imperative of political stability and policy continuity for Pakistan’s economic resurgence, stressing the need for national unity and brotherhood to overcome the country’s economic challenges.
Minister emphasized that it is the sacred responsibility of every Pakistani citizen to adhere to the guiding principles of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, paving the way for a prosperous and thriving Pakistan. He reiterated that Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s enduring message to the nation is one of unity, faith and discipline, serving as a guiding beacon for Pakistan’s progress and prosperity. He emphasized the need for collective efforts to eradicate corruption, promote national harmony and foster brotherhood to ensure a brighter future for Pakistan. DNA
Divisional SPs inspect security arrangements finalized for Quaid’s birthday, Christmas
RAWALPINDI: Divisional Superintendents of Police on the directives of City Police Officer (CPO), Rawalpindi Syed Khalid Hamdani on Wednesday visited different areas and inspected security arrangements finalized for Quaid’s birthday and Christmas. According to a Police spokesman, Rawalpindi district police on the orders of CPO Rawalpindi had finalized effective security and traffic arrangements for Quaid-e-Azam day and Christmas. Superintendent of Police, Saddar, Muhammad Nabeel Khokhar visited different city areas and churches across the city and checked the security arrangements while giving instructions to the officers. Senior Police Officers are also in the field to ensure foolproof security arrangements and avoid any untoward incident, he added. More than 5500 police personnel and over 600 traffic wardens are performing security duties on the Quaid-e-Azam’s birthday and Christmas, the spokesman informed. Special pickets have been set up at 25 places in the city, public places, parks and graveyards to facilitate the Christian community and ensure security. Special teams of Elite Commandos, Dolphin Force and police mobiles are also patrolling in different areas. The citizens visiting churches are being allowed to enter after a full body search, he added. All available resources on the special instructions of the CPO are being utilized to ensure foolproof security on Dec 25. DNA
