LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, in her special message on Father’s Day, paid tribute to every father who loves, protects and fulfils the rights of his children.
She paid homage to all fathers, particularly those who instil confidence and courage in their children, especially daughters, and encourage them to face life with determination and self-belief.
The chief minister said that fathers, like a protective shade, endure scorching heat and heavy rain themselves to provide comfort and security to their children. “A father not only teaches his children how to live, but also how to live with their heads held high,” she said.
Maryam Nawaz said that a father is a beacon of light who illuminates every darkness in the lives of his children, adding that a father’s love and prayers continue to provide protection and guidance at every stage of life. Referring to her father, Nawaz Sharif, she said: “My father, Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, is my mentor, leader, teacher and source of strength. His lap was my first school and his shadow remains my strongest support.”
She said that his personality and affection had shaped her political thinking and outlook, adding that fathers teach their children to live with self-respect and achieve success with confidence. The chief minister expressed the hope that every child would be blessed with a father who inspires dreams and gives them the courage to turn those dreams into reality.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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