Shehbaz Sharif hails Islamic New Year as message of unity and peace

In a message marking the arrival of Muharram and the new Hijri year, the prime minister prayed that the year ahead serves as a source of goodwill and progress not only for the Muslim world but for humanity as a whole. He expressed optimism that it will foster global harmony, tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and respect for human life.

Referring to recent international developments, the prime minister welcomed what he described as a positive move toward the peaceful resolution of a major dispute involving Iran and the United States.

He said Pakistan should be acknowledged for its constructive contribution toward promoting peace, adding that diplomacy, dialogue, and mutual understanding reflect the true essence of Islamic teachings and the noble example of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

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Highlighting the importance of the Hijri calendar, Shehbaz Sharif said the Islamic New Year serves as a reminder of the historic Hijrah of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), which laid the foundation of a model society based on justice, equality, brotherhood, faith, and service to humanity principles that reshaped the course of human civilization.

He added that the Hijrah offers enduring lessons of unity, sacrifice, discipline, trust, and collective responsibility, stressing that contemporary challenges can only be addressed by adopting these values along with the teachings of the Prophet (PBUH).

The prime minister also paid tribute on the occasion of Muharram-ul-Haram, honoring the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions in the Battle of Karbala. He said their steadfast resistance against oppression continues to stand as a timeless example of courage, truth, and justice for the Muslim world.

Reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to global Muslim causes, Shehbaz Sharif urged renewed solidarity with oppressed communities, particularly in Palestine and Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, and called for continued efforts to highlight their rights at international forums.

He further encouraged citizens to uphold principles of honesty, diligence, tolerance, mutual respect, and national unity, emphasizing that sustainable development and national progress depend on collective effort and responsible conduct.

Concluding his message, the prime minister prayed for a blessed Islamic New Year filled with peace, prosperity, and success for Pakistan, the Muslim world, and all of humanity.