ISLAMABAD, Nov 07 (APP):Speaker of National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Deputy Speaker National Assembly Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah have extended their heartfelt greetings to Hindu Members of Parliament and the Hindu community across Pakistan on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. In his message, Ayaz Sadiq said that Diwali is an important religious festival of the Hindu community, symbolizing the triumph of light, happiness and hope. He said the festival …
NA Speaker, Dy Speaker extend Diwali greetings to Hindu members, community
ISLAMABAD, Nov 07 (APP):Speaker of National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Deputy Speaker National Assembly Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah have extended their heartfelt greetings to Hindu Members of Parliament and the Hindu community across Pakistan on the auspicious occasion of Diwali.
In his message, Ayaz Sadiq said that Diwali is an important religious festival of the Hindu community, symbolizing the triumph of light, happiness and hope.
He said the festival provides an opportunity for the Hindu community to celebrate its religious traditions and cultural values and to share the message of peace, harmony and goodwill.
The Speaker said that Pakistan is a diverse country enriched by different religions, cultures and traditions, where every citizen has the right to practice his or her faith freely.
He emphasised that the Constitution of Pakistan guarantees equal rights and religious freedom to all citizens without discrimination and provides for the protection of the rights of minorities.
Ayaz Sadiq appreciated the active participation and valuable contributions of Hindu Members of Parliament to parliamentary proceedings and the legislative process.
He said that the Hindu community has made significant contributions to the development, prosperity and progress of Pakistan.
The Speaker reaffirmed that Parliament would continue to play its role in upholding constitutional rights, safeguarding minority rights, promoting religious freedom and fostering an environment of mutual respect and equality.
He said that respect for diversity, tolerance and interfaith harmony are essential for strengthening democracy, social cohesion and national unity.
He expressed hope that the festival of Diwali would bring happiness, peace and prosperity to Hindu citizens and further strengthen the bonds of brotherhood, harmony and goodwill among all communities across the country.
Mustafa Shah also extended warm Diwali greetings to Hindu Members of Parliament and the Hindu community across the country.
He said that the active participation of Hindu Members of Parliament in parliamentary proceedings and public representation reflects the inclusive character of Pakistan’s democratic institutions and strengthens the legislative process.
The Deputy Speaker acknowledged the valuable contributions of the Hindu community to the country’s development and prosperity.
He emphasised that mutual respect, tolerance and harmony among followers of all religions are essential for building a peaceful, inclusive and united society.
Mustafa Shah expressed hope that Diwali would bring joy, peace and prosperity to the Hindu community and prayed that people belonging to all faiths would continue to contribute to Pakistan’s development, stability and progress in an atmosphere of love, brotherhood and mutual respect.
