Embassy of
Pakistan, Washington DC celebrated the 141st birth anniversary of the
Quaid-e-Azam on the theme of "Hamara Quaid" today in a befitting
manner. A Cake Cutting Ceremony was held in a simple and graceful manner to
celebrate the birthday of the founder of the nation, says a press release
received here today from Washington DC.
While speaking on the occasion, Charge
d' Affairs Mr. Rizwan Saeed Sheikh paid rich tribute to Quaid-e-Azam who
changed the lives of the Indian Muslims by securing a separate homeland for
themselves through relentless commitment and dedication. M.A. Jinnah was a
lawyer, politician and the founder of Pakistan. During his thriving political
career, Jinnah displayed exemplary statesmanship and shaped the destiny of
Muslims in the Indian Subcontinent, he added.
Eminent Scholar Professor Dr. Akbar S.
Ahmad also spoke on the life and achievements of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali
Jinnah. He talked about Quaid's dream for Pakistan which was based on the
principles of democracy, equality, brotherhood and social justice. He
emphasized the need to follow the guiding principles of Muhammad Ali Jinnah for
the progress and prosperity of our dear homeland.
An exhibition of historic photographs
highlighting various phases of Quaid's life and the critical moments of the
Pakistan movement was also arranged which was widely appreciated by the guests.