Speaker of the Provincial Assembly of Sindh Syed Awais Qadir Shah, in his message on Black Day, declared that July 5, 1977, stands as the darkest day in Pakistan’s democratic history. On that date, martial law was imposed on the elected government of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.
Pakistan Peoples Party's Stance Against Dictatorship
Syed Awais Qadir Shah emphasized that the Pakistan Peoples Party has consistently struggled against dictatorship in every era. He highlighted that the sacrifices of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto remain shining symbols of democracy.
Commitment to Constitution and Democracy
There will be no compromise on the supremacy of the Constitution, the public mandate, and democracy, he stated. He added, "We reaffirm our commitment to protecting the Constitution, democracy, and the people’s right to rule."
Punjab Advisory on Monsoon Crop Protection
In related news, Punjab has issued an advisory to protect crops during monsoon rains, underscoring the need for agricultural preparedness.
