Lahore, On the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the martyrdom of Quaid-e-Awam Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, President Asif Ali Zardari paid tribute to Pakistan’s first directly elected Prime Minister, emphasizing his pivotal role in the nation’s pursuit of independence, sovereignty, and development. President Zardari characterized Bhutto’s judicial execution as a grave injustice, not only to an individual but to the foundational principles of Pakistan itself.
According to Pakistan Peoples Party, President Zardari reflected on Bhutto’s profound love for Pakistan and its people, praising his efforts to elevate the country’s status on the global stage, advocate for the rights of its citizens, and pursue nuclear capability for national development. Bhutto’s ambitions for Pakistan’s prosperity in health, energy, and agriculture, Zardari noted, were tragically curtailed by his untimely death, which he views as a deliberate attempt to derail Pakistan’s progress.
Further, President Zardari linked the legacy of Bhutto with the continuous efforts of the Pakistan Peoples Party, under the leadership of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto and now Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, to uphold his vision. The President underscored the enduring influence of Bhutto’s ideals on the party’s mission to empower the downtrodden and pursue a path of prosperity and development for Pakistan.
Highlighting the historical significance of Bhutto’s leadership, President Zardari expressed confidence in Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s capability to lead the nation towards further progress and prosperity. He asserted that under Bilawal’s leadership, the PPP would fulfill its mission and the dreams of its martyred leaders, reinforcing the party’s commitment to fighting for the nation’s advancement without fear.
President Zardari’s message reaffirms Bhutto’s status as an indomitable figure in Pakistan’s history, whose vision for a resilient and self-reliant Pakistan continues to inspire current and future generations. The President’s homage to Bhutto on this solemn anniversary serves as a call to remember and strive towards the ideals that he lived and died for.