Muzaffarabad: The Legislative Assembly of Azad Jammu and Kashmir has passed a resolution urging the renaming of Islamabad International Airport in honor of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto. The decision was made unanimously on Monday, highlighting Bhutto’s significant contributions to Pakistan on both national and international fronts.

The resolution, introduced by the Minister for Social Welfare and Women Development, Syed Bazil Ali Naqvi, received unanimous support from the assembly members. It called for the airport to bear the name of Benazir Bhutto, recognizing her profound impact on the nation’s security, democratic processes, and constitutional supremacy.

In its text, the resolution praised Bhutto for her pivotal role in strengthening Pakistan’s defense capabilities, including her contributions to the nuclear program and missile technology. The document also acknowledged her dedication to upholding the rule of law and enhancing democratic governance.

The proposal to rename the airport after Bhutto, who served as Pakistan’s prime minister in the late 1980s and 1990s, reflects the assembly’s desire to honor her enduring legacy. The resolution has been forwarded to relevant authorities for consideration.

This initiative by the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly comes as a tribute to Bhutto’s enduring influence on Pakistan’s political landscape.