Government announces web series on Quaid-e-Azam Jinnah and Allama Iqbal

ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – The federal government has decided to produce a historic web series on Pakistan’s founding fathers, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Allama Muhammad Iqbal, aiming to reconnect younger generations with the ideological foundations of the country.

Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal said the initiative seeks to familiarise youth with the intellectual journey behind Pakistan’s creation, constitutional values and national principles. His remarks came after a detailed meeting with leading media houses and prominent producers to discuss the proposed historical drama.

According to the minister, the project is being planned in connection with the 150th birth anniversaries of Jinnah and Iqbal. Participants in the meeting exchanged views on producing a high-quality historical series that reflects the lives, struggles and vision of the two national figures.

Iqbal stressed that purposeful storytelling remains one of the most powerful tools for nation building. He described the web series as part of a broader national strategy to preserve historical awareness among young people and ensure they understand not only the leaders’ struggles but also the values and determination that shaped the nation.

The minister said the series is expected to project Pakistan’s narrative effectively on the global stage while serving as a vehicle for cultural diplomacy and intellectual outreach.

آج ملک کے ممتاز میڈیا ہاؤسز اور نمایاں پروڈیوسرز کے ساتھ ایک بھرپور اور نتیجہ خیز ملاقات منعقد ہوئی جس میں Muhammad Ali Jinnah اور Allama Muhammad Iqbal کی 150ویں یومِ پیدائش کی مناسبت سے ایک تاریخی ڈرامہ سیریز پر تفصیلی تبادلۂ خیال کیا گیا۔

میں نے اس بات پر زور دیا کہ کہانی… pic.twitter.com/kyweT976jh

— Ahsan Iqbal (@betterpakistan) February 21, 2026

The government has expressed its commitment to providing initial support for high-quality historical productions. Plans are also under way to organise a specialised workshop for writers, producers and creative teams to deepen their understanding of the thought and philosophy of both leaders.

Officials believe the series will play a significant role in strengthening national identity, values and public confidence. The planning minister also encouraged the development and promotion of local OTT platforms to support the digital distribution of meaningful content.

Highlighting the scale of the initiative, Iqbal announced that the government would provide seed funding of up to Rs500 million for productions that meet international standards. He noted that research-driven and authentic historical content would be prioritised to align Pakistan’s cultural heritage with the demands of the digital age.

The minister added that collaboration with the creative industry would help strengthen the national narrative, while the constitutional struggle of Jinnah and the intellectual vision of Iqbal would be positioned within the global discourse.