RAWALPINDI, Jul 05 (APP):Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan on Sunday urged all political parties to play a constructive role in strengthening democracy, saying the protection of national security, the constitution and the democratic system is a shared responsibility. Addressing workers of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) in Rawalpindi, the governor paid tribute to the martyrs of the Pak Army, saying their sacrifices for the country would never be forgotten. …
Governor Punjab urges all political parties to play constructive role in strengthening democracy
RAWALPINDI, Jul 05 (APP):Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan on Sunday urged all political parties to play a constructive role in strengthening democracy, saying the protection of national security, the constitution and the democratic system is a shared responsibility.
Addressing workers of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) in Rawalpindi, the governor paid tribute to the martyrs of the Pak Army, saying their sacrifices for the country would never be forgotten.
He also commemorated Captain Col Sher Khan, Nishan-e-Haider, on the 27th anniversary of his martyrdom, describing the martyred soldiers as a source of pride for the nation.
Referring to the military coup of July 5, 1977, Saleem Haider said the overthrow of an elected government dealt a major setback to democracy and push the country back by several years.
He said the PPP leadership had made historic sacrifices for the restoration of democracy, the supremacy of the Constitution and the protection of public rights.
The governor said former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto sacrificed her life for democracy, while the PPP leadership and its workers endured hardships during their struggle against dictatorship.
Reaffirming the PPP’s commitment to the democratic process, he said the party would continue to play its role in strengthening democratic institutions. He also called on all political parties to actively participate in the political process and contribute positively to democratic stability.
Speaking about the upcoming elections in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, the governor said the PPP was contesting the polls vigorously and expressed confidence that the party would secure strong public support.
Saleem Haider also expressed confidence that PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari would become Pakistan’s next prime minister, describing him as a leader who represents the aspirations of underprivileged and marginalized segments of society
