Iqbal’s message of self-respect, unity vital for Pakistan’s progress: Bilal Yasin

LAHORE, Nov 09 (APP): Punjab Minister for Housing Bilal Yasin on Monday said that the dream of Poet of the East Allama Muhammad Iqbal had materialised in the form of an independent, prosperous and strong Pakistan.
In his message on Iqbal Day,the provincial minister said that through his visionary philosophy and poetry, Allama Iqbal had awakened the spirit of selfhood, self-respect, freedom and self-confidence among the Muslims of the subcontinent.
He said Iqbal had given Muslims the message of unity, faith, discipline and continuous hard work, while his philosophy of Khudi (selfhood) continued to serve as a guiding light for the younger generation, inspiring them towards success, self-reliance and purposeful struggle.
Bilal Yasin stressed the need to incorporate Iqbal’s thoughts and teachings into practical life, urging the youth to draw inspiration from his philosophy and play an active role in the country’s development, prosperity and stability. He said Iqbal Day provided an opportunity to renew the commitment to national unity, self-respect and the progress and development of Pakistan.
He said that Chief Minister(CM) Punjab,Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s vision of providing equal opportunities for education, skills development and progress to the youth was an important step towards realizing Iqbal’s dream. He called upon the nation to follow Allama Iqbal’s message and contribute towards building a strong, independent and developed Pakistan.