CM Maryam Nawaz felicitates nation on Independence Day

LAHORE, Aug 14 (APP): Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Friday extended heartfelt felicitations to the nation on the occasion of Independence Day and expressed gratitude to Allah Almighty for blessing the country with freedom.

In her special message, the chief minister paid rich tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Allama Muhammad Iqbal, Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah and all other leaders and elders who played their role in the struggle for the creation of Pakistan.

She also paid homage to the martyrs and Ghazis who rendered sacrifices during the struggle for independence, the process of nation-building and the defence of the motherland.

“From the achievement of independence to safeguarding freedom, we salute the valiant Pakistan Army for making the defence of the homeland invincible in the battle for truth,” she said, adding that the nation also saluted every brave soldier deployed to guard the country’s borders.

Maryam Nawaz felicitated teachers, students, workers, labourers and all segments of society on Independence Day, said that everyone must renew the pledge to play their full role in the development of Pakistan.

“We want to give future generations a better and safer Pakistan,” she said, adding that if every individual lit the lamp of his or her share, the entire country would be illuminated with hope.

The chief minister said sincerity and a sense of responsibility were the true expressions of patriotism and urged citizens to contribute towards making the country more prosperous.

She said Independence Day was an occasion for the younger generation to renew its commitment to the future. “We want to see pens, books and laptops in the hands of our youth,” she added.

She said studying with dedication by students, teaching with commitment by teachers, showing compassion by doctors and honesty by traders were all manifestations of true patriotism.

“Pakistanis are the best nation in the world and Pakistan is the best country in the world,” Maryam Nawaz said.

She said genuine development was one in which no individual was left behind. “We are working day and night, lighting lamps of hope and turning dreams into reality,” she added.