PM Shehbaz says he did not see the tragic incidents of May 9 as merely a protest that became violent

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (SABAH): Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has said that today the nation is solemnly observing Youm-e-Takreem Shuhada-e-Pakistan to pay its glowing tributes to our heroes, Ghazis, and martyrs and express its unflinching solidarity with their families. 

In a statement issued on twitter on Thursday PM Shehbaz Sharif said “I don’t see the tragic incidents of May 9 as merely a protest that became violent. The designs of those who planned them were actually very sinister. There was a clear build-up to the shameful incidents, as the whole nation witnessed in utter disbelief and a state of shock how the lust of some people for power made them do what was never done before”. 

PM Shehbaz Sharif said that by targeting, desecrating and destroying the monuments of Shuhada, and attacking the very symbols of the State, the miscreants attacked the Idea and identity of Pakistan and gave the enemies of the country reasons to celebrate.

PM Shehbaz Sharif said that our nation knows how to protect the honour of their martyrs. The tragic and heart-rending events of May 9 are a wake-up call for us. We have to identify and expose all such people who want to destroy the foundations of Pakistan. May 9 has drawn up a dividing line between the protectors and builders of Pakistan and those who wish to weaken it. 

PM Shehbaz Sharif said today we revive and reiterate our pledge to uphold the honour and respect of our Shuhada. The essence of Pakistan’s existence lies in the spiritual covenant between its people and the martyrs. The creation of Pakistan is a miracle of the 20th century and its edifice stands on the sure foundation of their sacred blood. We will never be able to thank them enough, he said.

“Shaheed ki jo Maut hai Woh Qaum ki Hayat hai

Lahoo jo hai Shaheed ka Wo Qaum ki Zakat hai”