Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has called on citizens to promote patience, tolerance and unity during Muharram, stressing the need to avoid division and sectarian discord. In her message marking the beginning of the new Islamic year, the chief minister expressed hope that the year would bring peace, security and prosperity to Pakistan and the wider Muslim world.
Message of Unity and Solidarity
“I pray that the new Hijri year becomes a source of unity and solidarity for the Muslim Ummah and a year of peace and development for Pakistan,” she said. Maryam Nawaz also prayed for happiness, stability and prosperity for the country, describing the new Islamic year as a blessing for Pakistan, its people and the Muslim world.
Significance of Muharram
Referring to the significance of Muharram, she said the month serves as a reminder of the great sacrifice of Imam Hussain (RA), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). “The philosophy of sacrifice demonstrated by Imam Hussain (RA) continues to inspire the oppressed and challenge oppression in every era,” she said.
The chief minister urged people to adopt restraint and mutual respect during Muharram, emphasizing that the sacred month should be observed in a spirit of harmony rather than disagreement and division. She also said that extraordinary security and administrative measures were being taken across Punjab to ensure peace and maintain law and order during Muharram observances.
