The High Commission of Pakistan in Sri
Lanka held a distinguished ceremony to pay homage to the Founding Father of
Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah in connection with his 141st birthday
anniversary celebrations at the High Commission premises,
says a press release received here today from Colombo, Sri Lanka.
The
ceremony was held under the theme “Hamara Quaid” and Main Hon Quaid ka
Pakistan”.
The
High Commissioner of Pakistan in Sri Lanka Dr. Shahid Ahmad Hashmat, in his
address, paid a rich tribute to the Quaid for untiring struggle and meritorious
efforts for creation of Pakistan. He underscored that the creation of
Pakistan would not have been possible without the diligent efforts,
singularity of purpose, vision and leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali
Jinnah.
Dr.
Shahid Ahmad Hashmat said that Quaid-e-Azam was a constitutionalist, who
believed in democracy and social justice. His struggle for a separate homeland
for the Muslims of Sub-Continent was aimed at creating a country where the
Muslims could practice their religious, cultural and social values freely, he
added.
A
commemorative cake was also cut by the High Commissioner along with the
officials of the High Commission during the ceremony.
