PM calls for unity for country’s uplift

Says responsibility of govt, judiciary, armed forces, people to work together

TORGHAR:

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said that it was high time for the nation and state institutions to join hands in making progress for the country.

“It is the responsibility of the government, judiciary, armed forces and the people to work together to ensure the development of the country,” the prime minister said while addressing local elders in Torghar after laying the foundation stone for the Torghar Bunir Highway, the Bunir-Karakar Link Tunnel, and the Torghar-Bunir RCC (Reinforced Cement Concrete) bridge.

PML-N leader Capt (retd) Muhammad Safdar, PM’s Adviser Amir Muqam, Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb, Adviser Ahad Cheema and local government officials were present.

The prime minister highlighted the significance of unity, hard work, and dedication by the nation to create a brighter future for Pakistan.

He mentioned that Pakistan recently faced financial challenges but managed to reach a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund to prevent default.

He acknowledged the supportive role of army chief General Asim Munir in securing the $3 billion deal with the global lender.

The prime minister expressed confidence that Pakistan would soon hold a significant position among nations.

PM Shehbaz stated that the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province was blessed with natural resources.

However, he stressed the need to explore avenues of development for the benefit of the people.

He acknowledged the sacrifices of the locals’ forefathers, who donated their lands during the formation of Pakistan 70 years ago.

Shehbaz expressed regret over the neglect of the area by the past political leaders, who failed to integrate it into the journey of national development.

 

Published in The Express Tribune, July 7^th, 2023.