Lahore, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, while addressing a grand rally in Tandlianwala, Faisalabad, as part of the election campaign, asserted that the PPP is poised to form governments at both the federal level and in Punjab. He expressed his resolve amidst a fervent crowd, stating the party’s determination to withstand and overcome adversities.
According to Pakistan People’s Party, Zardari reiterated his commitment to the ethos of the party, founded on the legacies of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Ms. Benazir Bhutto. He conveyed a defiant message to the opposition, declaring that the PPP will not succumb to pressure or back down in the face of adversity. “We are contesting elections against all political forces,” he stated, emphasizing the enduring spirit of the Bhutto legacy in Punjab.
Chairman Zardari highlighted the current challenges of poverty, inflation, and unemployment in Pakistan. He reminisced about the eras of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Ms. Benazir Bhutto, recalling their profound impact on the lives of the poor, laborers, farmers, and students. He promised to establish a similar government in Lahore and Islamabad, vowing that a “Jayala” will become the Chief Minister of Punjab and the Prime Minister of Pakistan.
Zardari solicited public support to resurrect a government for the people, reminiscent of the Bhutto era. He emphasized that the PPP, unlike other political parties, is committed to alleviating poverty and unemployment rather than pursuing personal interests. He outlined the PPP’s manifesto, which includes the ideology of Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Ms. Benazir Bhutto, along with a ten-point economic agenda.
Chairman Zardari called upon party workers to mobilize support at the grassroots level, advocating
for the PPP’s ten-point agenda which includes providing 300 units of free electricity, free education, and world-class healthcare facilities. He mentioned the PPP’s commitment to expanding the Benazir Income Support Programme and implementing various housing schemes for the poor, with a focus on empowering women.
In his speech, Zardari also highlighted plans to introduce a unique Kisan Card for farmers and a labor card to protect workers’ rights, emphasizing the PPP’s focus on supporting the underprivileged segments of society. He urged the youth to recognize the PPP as their only viable option for scholarships, training, and financial support.
Chairman Zardari underscored the PPP’s resolve to introduce public service politics, deviating from the politics of division and hatred. He expressed his desire to represent the people of Pakistan with the same dedication as Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Ms. Benazir Bhutto.
He concluded his speech by calling for unity and support for the PPP, stating that with the help of the people, the party will address the nation’s challenges and serve the people of Pakistan effectively.