ISLAMABAD – Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Chairman Maulana Syed Abdul Khabir Azad called on President Asif Ali Zardari at President House in Islamabad on Monday.
During the meeting, discussions were held on peace-building, the eradication of terrorism and sectarianism, the promotion of religious harmony, the message of Pakistan, and matters of mutual interest.
“There is a critical need for inter-sect and inter-faith harmony and unity among the Ummah in Pakistan,” emphasized President Zardari.
“All religious scholars and clerics must play their vital role in promoting religious harmony, tolerance, and the message of Pakistan through their platforms,” said Asif Ali Zardari.
“In the current national situation, we must all work together for Pakistan, and play our key role,” said President Zardari.
Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad said, “The entire nation stands united with our brave armed forces and security institutions in eliminating terrorism and extremism,”.
Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad also highlighted that the historic decision made by the National Assembly, the scholars and the members of parliament, along with Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, to pass the finality of Prophethood Bill on September 7, 1974, was a monumental achievement.
He further stated, “The Message of Pakistan is the great narrative of the country, which has declared terrorism, extremism, and sectarianism forbidden,”.
President Zardari praised Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad’s efforts in the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee and his contributions towards promoting religious harmony, unity and cohesion globally.