Supporting PML-N 'challenging': Bilawal

Ex-FM visits Minhaj-ul-Quran; PAT declares support for Bilawal in NA-127

LAHORE:

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari emphasised the importance of forming a government that addresses public problems and fulfils promises, adding that supporting the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) was challenging.

Speaking to the media during his visit to Minhaj-ul-Quran in Lahore, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari highlighted PPP's commitment to working closely with the people.

Accompanied by the Secretary General of Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT), Khurram Nawaz Gandapur, Bilawal paid tribute to the martyrs of Model Town, laying a wreath at their memorial. In addition, he applied for and acquired a life membership in Minhaj-ul-Quran.

Bilawal outlined his vision to transform Pakistan into a model state, showcasing the genuine face of Islam to the world. "We know that together in this struggle we will bring the peaceful face of Pakistan to the world," he said.

He called for an impartial inquiry into the tragedy of Model Town, saying that the demands for justice for the victims were legitimate. He stressed the removal of legal obstacles and the punishment of those responsible for the tragedy.

Highlighting the restoration of contacts with Minhaj-ul-Quran, Bilawal mentioned that his mother and late former prime minister Benazir Bhutto was also a life member of the organisation.

He commended the institute’s efforts in projecting the peaceful identity of Islam worldwide, advocating for an end to political and societal hatred.

Bilawal further praised Dr Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri for his universal religious services aimed at promoting peace and eliminating extremism.

In a noteworthy announcement, PAT’s Khurram Nawaz Gandapur declared the party's support for Bilawal Bhutto Zardari in NA-127.

He highlighted the historical relationship between Minhaj-ul-Quran and Benazir Bhutto, noting that this relationship has now extended to the second generation with Bilawal Bhutto Zardari's life membership.

Gandapur mentioned that PAT candidates would participate in elections on their symbols and manifestos in various constituencies across the country.