Implicit to the political changes taking place in our society _ new-fangled marvels, innovative proceedings and much more _ The world still goes far back into the era , where there was not even the least democracy in Pakistan_ Martial Law under Ayub Khan had snatched every possibility of a democratic state . Over it, the Presidential form of Government and the formation of a new Constitution _ an imposed law (by force) on the people _ The Electoral College _ completely putrid, without even a silhouette of democracy. Over it, the respect, given to the founder of country’s sister _ the woman who played a vital part in the formation of Pakistan Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah is not even hidden from anyone & further more, over the rigging in elections, the massive protests killing hundreds of people least bothered the dictators. The economy, which was deteriorating day by day & still being claimed to have increased at the highest rate in South Asia _ Was that something less than a bunch of baloney….???? Obviously not!!!!! Pakistan witnessed one of the worst decades in its history during the Martial Law of Ayub Khan…the decade in which democracy seemed to have whipped from the face of the country known as the Islamic Republic of Pakistan forever……..
The poor of Pakistan were being deprived of their rights and the country became an airbase for the American planes to carry out their spy activities in Russia, that strained Pak – USSR relations. In the same era, the country went on war with India and the Government too helpless…too weak to resist the enemy’s attack sufficiently and whose era was that….????Of Ayub Khan …who claimed to have brought the Green Revolution in Pakistan…Just look over the number of poor families did it help????Of course, not even one. The worst form of corruption and tyranny…….The leader. The so- called President who could not even succeed to support the country and protect its image internationally…..!!!!This was the era of General Ayub …… who sowed the seeds of discontent among the people of East Pakistan by snatching their rights from them….pity on the autobiography he wrote “Friends, not masters” – the real reflection of a Pakistani dictator.
It was the time; Pakistan was blessed with the pride of Asia, Quaid e Awaam and the founder of the largest political party of Pakistan Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto. He in his years as the foreign minister continued to work to improve the political image of Pakistan all over the world and in each and every forum supported Pakistan’s stance. He cleared Pakistan’s position over Kashmir in the United Nations and when saw Ayub’s government going against the desires of the people resigned and thereby, despite facing lots of oppositions ….bribes…..threats, on November 25, l967 , Pakistan Peoples Party was founded , intending to provide ‘Bread , Clothing and Shelter’ to the people of Pakistan. These were the basic needs of life but most of the people did not possess even them. From the city of Lahore, Pakistan Peoples Party started its struggle for the rights of the people of Pakistan. The party’s manifesto was ‘Islam is our religion .Democracy is our policy. Socialism is our economy and all power to the people’.
The party, despite facing too much hurdles did not give up its struggle for a democratic Pakistan. Assassination attempts were made on Quaid e Awaam and ever since, every measure was taken to stop him to work for the rights of the poor and depressed people of Pakistan…………..Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and other PPP leaders were arrested and put in prisons. The people went on roads to protest these illegal punishments. Women, who went on protests used to carry a shopper with them, for during protests, for gases were thrown at them and a moment came, when the soldiers were compelled to beat the women who were protesting , but the soldiers not only refused to do so , rather bowed before such women , who were raising their voice for their people. It was , but the support of people , followed by belief in success that this day , Pakistan Peoples Party has become the unanimous voice of the people of Pakistan and in its struggle , it lost its workers…..it lost its leaders….We lost our founder Chairman Quaid e Awaam Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and our beloved leader Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto. Our Co Chairman spent years in prison, got his tongue cut off just for the revival of a democratic process, but this revolution and long political struggle conveys it to our opponents that revolutions in Pakistan for democracy were brought by PPP and indeed, it is only PPP that is destined to rule the country because PPP is the only Savior of Pakistan.
Long Live Bhuttoism & PPP.
PAKISTAN KHAPPAY!!!
Pakistan People's Party is a symbol of Federation and democracy in pakistan,we faced all dictators with great vision and zeal..Only PPP represent forces of change in society,therefore forces of status quo meant establishment is against us..,we and our leadership following Bhuttoism and Benazirism..if we follow Shukat Aziz and Ch Shajaht pattern and leave our position on balochistan,pak india relation,pak american relation,liberal foreign policy and position on democratic institutions than you'll see that hidden forces'll accept us...
ReplyDeleteWe believe if democracy evolve than most of our problems'll solve..
and the pillars of democracy are,sovereignty of the people,individual freedom with social responsibilite,govt based upon consent of the governed,majority rule and protection and equel rights of minority,gurarentee of basic human rights,free and fair elections,independent judiciary and equal before the la,due process of law,constitutional limits on Govt,social,economic and political pluralism,value of tolarance,pragmatism,cooperation and compromise ,viberant and responsible civil society based on vigilant citizenry,free and responsible media,access to information..PPP Under President Asif Ali Zardari and Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari's Leadership adhere to thes golden democratic principles..
President said that Quaid e Awam Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Shaheed had laid down their lives for Pakistan and restoration of democracy while PPP Co-Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and he believed that 'democracy is the best revenge.'
President Zardari said that BB Shaheed had always advocated for gender equality and women empowerment, adding that BISP cards largely facilitating poor women, had now reached every part of the country.
The president said five mega projects, which he had inaugurated before his address, were the dream of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Mohtarma Shaheed and “today, I have materialized their dreams.”
He observed Pakistan was facing numerous problems, which could be resolved only through hard work, clean heart and patriotism. “These problems have been haunting the country for long and could not be resolved overnight,” he added.
The president said he was listening to the voice of the poor, labourer, tenant and commonman and aware of their problems, including unemployment, power and gas loadshedding.
“But I am visiting China, Australia and the US just for poor people of my country,” he said, citing that he had managed to get $ 700 million foreign loans to be spent on the construction of 32 dams, as envisioned by BB Shaheed.
“The PPP led-government is initiating water projects to secure future generation. The PPP government also ensured the provision of 12.5 per cent shares of the public sector industries to the poor and the downtrodden,” he added.
Zardari said party workers from Kashmir, Hamaliya, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi and other parts of the country want to "save Pakistan" and end militancy in South Waziristan and tribal areas.
President Asif Ali Zardari said the government was striving to advance the vision and mission of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Shaheed, aimed at strengthening democracy which would also guarantee rights of the poor and neglected segments of society.