Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the importance of faith, patience, perseverance, sacrifice, and commitment to truth during a recent speech commemorating Youm-e-Ashura. The Ashura day marks the seventh-century martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) and his family in the Battle of Karbala.
According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, PM Shehbaz highlighted that the sacrifices made by Imam Hussain and his companions have given Youm-e-Ashura a unique significance in Islamic history. He also stressed that adherence to principles and values forms the foundation of a dignified and civilized society.
The prime minister urged the nation to promote justice, patience, tolerance, and responsibility while discouraging wrongdoing. He called for strengthening mutual respect, unity, and harmony instead of allowing differences, hatred, and division to prevail.
PM Shehbaz also appealed to religious scholars, spiritual leaders, speakers, media, and the younger generation to highlight the true message of Ashura and promote inter-sect harmony. He emphasized the need to protect the rights of weaker sections of society and contribute towards building a strong, united, and peaceful nation.
The Prime Minister concluded his message by praying for peace and stability worldwide and for unity, harmony, and blessings for the entire Muslim Ummah.