Summary Special programmes are scheduled to be held across the country to shed light on the Quaid’s struggle
LAHORE (Dunya News) - The 140th birth anniversary of father of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah is being celebrated today throughout the country. Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was born on December 25, 1876 in Karachi.
Special programmes are scheduled to be held across the country to shed light on the Quaid’s struggle for creation of Pakistan and to highlight his guiding principles of unity, faith and discipline. It is a public holiday and national flag will be hoisted atop all public and private buildings.
Quran Khwani was held at the Mazar-e-Quaid in Karachi while change of guards ceremony was also conducted. A large-number of people from all walks of life are visiting the tomb to pay tribute for the services he rendered for the creation of a separate homeland for the Muslims of the Sub-continent.
Public and private organizations and educational institutions are holding functions to highlight different aspects of the life of Quaid-e-Azam.
In his message on the occasion, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has asked the nation to seek guidance from the lifestyle and upright character of father of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and transform Pakistan into a model state with prevalence of peace, brotherhood, moderation, patience and protection to minorities’ rights.
