Hyderabad, Leading religious figures and scholars in Hyderabad have pledged their support for the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) candidates at both national and provincial levels, under the guidance of Sahibzada Zubair. This endorsement comes as part of a strategic move, directed by Zubair, to support key PPP figures including Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Nisar Khoro, and Agha Siraj Durrani in the upcoming elections.
According to Jamiat Ulema Islam, Dr. Sahibzada Abul Khair Muhammad Zubair, president of Jamiat Ulema Pakistan and the National Solidarity Council, addressed a gathering of prominent Ulema and Mashaikh in Hyderabad. He highlighted the turbulent history of linguistic animosity in the city and province, which led to significant loss of life and destruction of property. Dr. Zubair credited the alliance between Jamiat Ulema Pakistan and the PPP for combating these divisions and expressed confidence that the community would not be misled by such conflicts in the future.
The announcement of Jamiat Ulema Pakistan’s withdrawal of its candidates in favor of PPP’s nominees was emphasized as a significant step towards fostering unity and countering efforts to incite linguistic hatred. Dr. Zubair expressed hope that this collaboration would lead to the election of representatives committed to serving all communities equitably and improving the allocation and utilization of funds for the city and province.
The meeting also featured speeches from other notable religious and social leaders, including UPK Abdul Rehman Rajput, Nazim Ali Arain, and Qari Niaz Ahmed Naqshbandi, who echoed the sentiments of unity and peace. The collective stance of the Ulema and Mashaikh underscores a broader commitment to overcoming past animosities and working towards the prosperity of Hyderabad and its inhabitants.
The endorsement of PPP candidates by such a significant segment of Hyderabad’s religious community marks a pivotal moment in the political landscape of the region, highlighting the importance of collaboration and mutual respect in achieving societal harmony and development.