KARACHI: Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has extended heartiest congratulations and warm wishes to the Hindu community of Pakistan and to everyone celebrating Diwali around the world. According to the press release issued by Media Cell Bilawal House, the PPP chairman emphasized that each Diwali lamp symbolizes peace, hope, love, and light, transcending distinctions of religion, color, and race to illuminate every heart and home. He acknowledged the Hindu community as an integral part of Pakistan, contributing significantly to nation-building and development.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari highlighted that the Constitution, crafted under the leadership of Quaid-e-Awam Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, guarantees equal rights and opportunities to all non-Muslim citizens. He noted the efforts of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto in securing a meaningful role for minorities in national decision-making and mentioned President Asif Ali Zardari's initiative to mark 11 September as National Minorities Day to recognize the contributions of minorities to national life. The PPP chairman reiterated the party's commitment to safeguarding the rights and promoting the welfare of all minorities.

In his message to Pakistan's Hindu community, Chairman Bhutto Zardari expressed his hopes for continued happiness and prosperity, stating: "May the lamps of happiness always stay lit in your lives, and may every home glow with the light of peace, love and prosperity. Happy Diwali!"