ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday paid a rich tribute to the heroes, martyrs, and ghazis of Pakistan and expressed his unflinching solidarity with their families to mark the Youm-e-Takreem Shuhada-i-Pakistan.
The premier made these remarks in a statement posted on Twitter.
He said, “Today, the nation is solemnly observing this day, and I don’t see the tragic incidents of May 9 as just a protest that became violent. Those who planned had evil intentions.”
Today the nation is solemnly observing Youm-e-Takreem Shuhada-e-Pakistan to pay its glowing tributes to our heroes, Ghazis, and martyrs and express its unflinching solidarity with their families.
I don’t see the tragic incidents of May 9 as merely a protest that became…
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) May 25, 2023
The nation watched in utter disbelief and shock as some people’s hunger for power drove them to commit acts that had never been done before, he claimed. “There was a clear build-up to the shameful incidents,” he continued.
The statement said that by targeting, trashing, and destroying the monuments of Shuhada and attacking the very symbols of the State, the miscreants attacked the Idea and identity of Pakistan. They gave the enemies of the country reasons to celebrate. Our people know how to protect the honour of its martyrs.
The PM said, “The heart-rending and tragic events that happened on May 9 are a wake-up call for us. We have to expose and identify all such people who want to damage the foundations of Pakistan. May 9 has drawn up a dividing line between the protectors and builders of Pakistan and those who wish to weaken it.”
“Today, we reiterate and revive our pledge to uphold the respect and honour of our Shuhada. The essence of Pakistan’s existence lies in the spiritual covenant between its nation and the martyrs. The creation of Pakistan is a miracle of the 20th century, and its tower stands on the sure foundation of their sacred blood. We could not thank them enough,” he added.
