It has been deeply disappointing to see the recent dispute between two major political families in Pakistan — the Bhuttos and the Sharifs — regarding the distribution of aid to flood victims. At a time when unity and swift action were most needed, these influential leaders chose to engage in a public argument over whose system should be used to deliver assistance.
Instead of focusing on the suffering of thousands of displaced and helpless people, they turned a humanitarian crisis into a political competition. This petty rivalry not only delayed the relief efforts but also diverted public attention from the real issue.
Although the disagreement has now ended, following the Prime Minister’s decision to adopt the Bhutto family’s aid program, the damage has already been done. Such behaviour from national leaders is both selfish and disappointing. Leadership should be about service, compassion and unity, not about gaining political credit or popularity.
It is high time that our politicians rise above personal and party interests and work together for the greater good of the nation. The people of Pakistan deserve leaders who act with sincerity and urgency, especially in times of crisis.
Mehrjan Allah Bakhsh
Buleda
