In a special message marking the 149th birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani on Thursday issued a compelling call for national unity, urging citizens to set aside their differences and embrace the founder”s principles, which he described as particularly relevant in the country”s present circumstances.

Mr Gilani paid rich tribute to the founder of Pakistan, stating that the nation”s creation was the direct result of the Quaid-e-Azam”s tireless efforts, unwavering determination, political insight, and statesmanship.

He lauded the Quaid-e-Azam as an extraordinary statesman, a distinguished jurist, and a phenomenal leader, whose intelligence and principled stance successfully united the Muslims of the Subcontinent on a single platform to achieve their goal.

The Chairman remarked that the establishment of Pakistan was not merely the acquisition of territory but the successful culmination of a prolonged and demanding struggle by the Muslims of the Subcontinent, masterfully guided by Jinnah”s wisdom and foresight.

He highlighted the founder”s vision for a modern welfare state, where the Two-Nation Theory was transformed into a reality guaranteeing equal rights and complete religious freedom for all citizens, irrespective of their faith, colour, or creed.

Mr Gilani asserted that the nation remains forever indebted to the founder”s unparalleled services and that his guiding principles of Unity, Faith, and Discipline continue to be the cornerstone for national progress and stability.

Stressing the heightened importance of these teachings today, the Senate Chairman called upon the populace to promote peace, democracy, tolerance, and progressive thinking to forge a strong, prosperous, and stable Pakistan.

The message concluded with a prayer for the strength and guidance for all Pakistanis to follow in the footsteps of the Quaid-e-Azam and collectively work towards the nation”s development and prosperity.