Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah emphasized the importance of dialogue in democracy, stating that if negotiations can take place with enemy nations, there is no reason why discussions cannot be held with the accused from May 9 incidents. “They are our citizens, and it is essential to engage with those who have been misled to help them change their perspective,” he said during a media briefing at Mazar-e-Quaid, where he, along with cabinet members, paid homage to Pakistan’s founder.
On the occasion of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s 148th birth anniversary, Murad Ali Shah extended his congratulations to the nation and Christmas greetings to the Christian community. Referring to Jinnah’s historic speech of August 11, 1947, he reiterated that Pakistan was created as a land of freedom for all religions.
The Chief Minister vowed to make Pakistan a peaceful and prosperous country in line with Jinnah’s vision. “The unity of the nation is key to prosperity, and the sacrifices of our martyrs must always be remembered,” he said. Shah praised Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto for making Pakistan a nuclear power and Benazir Bhutto for strengthening national defense with missile technology.
Shah reaffirmed that Sindh has always been a land of peace and that the federal and provincial governments are united in addressing the issue of illegal immigrants. Speaking about the recent murder by an Afghan national, he criticized the previous PTI government’s policy of granting amnesty to Afghan refugees but highlighted Sindh’s efforts to identify and deport criminal elements.
The Chief Minister spoke about the increase in federal funding for Sindh, noting that Rs. 180 billion had been allocated for provincial development schemes this year. However, he expressed concern over delays in project completions, including the Hyderabad-Sukkur Motorway, urging its swift construction. Murad Ali Shah condemned the atrocities in Palestine and Kashmir, calling on the global community to act decisively to end the oppression and ensure peace in the region. Chief Minister laid a floral wreath at Mazar-e-Quaid, offered prayers, and penned his sentiments in the guestbook.
