LAHORE: Acting Governor of Punjab Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan, in his message on the birth anniversary of renowned poet and philosopher Allama Muhammad Iqbal, said that Iqbal’s thought, poetry and philosophy of ‘Khudi’ continued to offer guidance in addressing Pakistan’s political, economic and social challenges.
He said Iqbal had awakened a sense of dignity, self-confidence, freedom and collective consciousness among the Muslims of the subcontinent through his poetry, while presenting the vision of an independent state.
Khan said the philosophy of Khudi taught individuals to recognise their potential, strengthen their character, embrace self-reliance and pursue their goals with perseverance. Iqbal’s message, he added, went beyond individual achievement and offered a path towards building a strong, dignified and united nation.
He said collective responsibility and a shared strategy were necessary to address national challenges, including economic difficulties, inflation, unemployment and education-related issues. He urged the younger generation to study Iqbal’s poetry and philosophy and make knowledge, research, hard work and self-confidence guiding principles of their lives.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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