Allama Iqbal awakened awareness spirit among Muslims: DG FDA

FAISALABAD, Nov 09 (APP): Faisalabad Development Authority (FDA) Director General (DG) Muhammad Asif Chaudhry said that through his poetry and philosophy, Allama Iqbal awakened among Muslims a spirit of awareness, self-realization, freedom and unity. His intellectual, literary and scholarly contributions constitute a glorious chapter in the history of the subcontinent.
In his message on birth anniversary of the great poet and philosopher of the East, Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal, the FDA Director General said that through his philosophy of Khudi (Selfhood), Allama Iqbal taught people to have confidence in their abilities, uphold self-respect, demonstrate courage and remain committed to continuous struggle. His concept of the Shaheen (Eagle) inspires young people to aim high, develop self-confidence, demonstrate courage and work tirelessly to achieve their goals.
Through his poetry, Allama Iqbal regarded the younger generation as the nation’s most valuable asset and urged them to play an active role in acquiring knowledge, translating it into action, building strong character and contributing to nation-building, he added.
The DG FDA said that in his historic Allahabad Address of 1930, Allama Iqbal presented the vision of a distinct political identity and future for the Muslims of the subcontinent, which strengthened the intellectual foundations of the Pakistan Movement. His thoughts and ideology infused Muslims with a renewed aspiration for freedom and strengthened their resolve to achieve a separate homeland. His poetry continues to serve as an important source of national consciousness and intellectual guidance.
Muhammad Asif Chaudhry said that in the present era, understanding and acting upon Allama Iqbal’s message is more important than ever. “In the light of his teachings, we must make knowledge, research, honesty, hard work, discipline and a strong sense of national responsibility our guiding principles so that Pakistan can be steered towards progress, prosperity and stability,” he added.
He expressed his firm belief that the thoughts and philosophy of the great Poet of the East would continue to serve as a beacon of guidance for future generations. “By following his teachings, we can play our part in building a dignified, sovereign, developed and strong Pakistan,” he added.