KARACHI: Sindh Minister for Local Government Nasir Hussain Shah has paid a ‘red salute’ to the martyrs of the October 18 Karsaz tragedy, saying that their sacrifices constitute an unforgettable chapter in Pakistan’s democratic history that can never be erased.
He said the martyrs laid down their lives for the restoration of democracy, protection of public rights and strengthening of the democratic system, adding that their supreme sacrifices represent a glorious and enduring chapter in the struggle of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP).
Nasir Shah said that from the party leadership to its workers, the Pakistan Peoples Party had written an enduring history of sacrifices for democracy. He said the party’s leadership and workers had consistently struggled to safeguard democratic values, uphold the people’s right to rule and ensure the supremacy of the Constitution and the law.
The sacrifices of the Karsaz martyrs, he added, were a prominent example of this historic struggle, reflecting an unwavering commitment to democracy, determination and perseverance.
Nasir Shah said the great sacrifices of the Karsaz martyrs continued to provide renewed strength and encouragement to the Pakistan Peoples Party’s struggle. These sacrifices conveyed the message that safeguarding democratic supremacy and the fundamental rights of the people required continuous struggle. He emphasized that strengthening the democratic system required adherence to the Constitution, political tolerance, protection of public rights and respect for democratic values.
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