Constitutional supremacy was our ultimate destination: Asad Qaiser

ISLAMABAD, Apr 10 (APP):Speaker of the National Assembly Asad Qaiser Wednesday said supremacy of the Constitution was our ultimate destination that guaranteed democracy, fundamental rights and security for each and every citizen of the State.

Sanctity of the sacred document was immense which must be upheld at any cost, he expressed these views on the eve of “Constitution Day” celebrated on April 10.

Highlighting the historical significance of the day, he said 46 years ago the chosen representatives of the first democratically elected legislature of the country – united by common purpose and an unwavering resolve – unanimously passed the Constitution of the country as a guiding principle to our journey towards a democratic, peaceful and prosperous country, said a statement issued here.

He lamented that periodic interventions by undemocratic forces by holding the Constitution in abeyance set back the dream of a strong federation and democratic culture.

Such misadventures were proved detrimental to state of security, human rights and development of the country, he added.

Remembering the sacrifices rendered by the political forces of the country to ensure supremacy of the Constitution, Qaiser said the democratic forces with unrelenting resolve had faced enormous challenges while confronting the tyrannical regimes to strive for reinstating Constitution and restoring democracy in the country.

He paid rich tribute to those unsung heroes who ceased to exist in the history but made every effort to defend the sanctity of the Constitution by facing torture, imprisonment and even execution enforced by the autocratic regimes.

He said this historic day provided us an opportunity to reiterate our pledge to protect, preserve and defend each and every word of this sacred document that united as a nation to live together with liberty, social justice and equality.