ISLAMABAD: President Dr. Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar have come together to pay heartfelt tributes to the great philosopher poet, Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal, on the occasion of his 146th birth anniversary. In their separate messages, they have celebrated the life and contributions of a visionary who played a pivotal role in shaping the destiny of the Muslim population of the subcontinent.
Dr. Allama Iqbal, known as the Poet of the East, was born on November 9, 1877, in Sialkot. His ideas and poetry have had a profound impact on the Muslim community, igniting a spirit of unity and a longing for self-respect and human dignity. The leaders acknowledge Iqbal’s role as a great thinker who used his writings and poetry to instill a sense of unity among Muslims.
President Dr. Arif Alvi highlights the importance of following Allama Iqbal’s teachings on Islam and his philosophy of “Khudi” in the quest for a prosperous and harmonious Pakistan. Iqbal’s philosophy encourages individuals to believe in themselves, fostering self-respect and human dignity.
صدر مملکت ڈاکٹر عارف علوی کا یومِ اقبال کے موقع پر پیغام۔#IqbalDay2023 pic.twitter.com/qhnWNtMFH6
— The President of Pakistan (@PresOfPakistan) November 9, 2023
In his Iqbal Day message, Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar recognizes Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal’s contributions in awakening the consciousness of Muslims about their basic rights, ultimately uniting them. He emphasizes the uniqueness of Iqbal’s philosophy of “Khudi,” which provides a transformative path to success in this world and the hereafter. Iqbal envisioned a Pakistan characterized by peace, political tolerance, and brotherhood, and the Prime Minister encourages the youth to play a pivotal role in the service and development of the country, guided by the positive and progressive thinking espoused by Allama Muhammad Iqbal.
نگران وزیرِ اعظم انوار الحق کاکڑ کا شاعرِ مشرق ڈاکٹر علامہ محمد اقبال کے یومِ پیدائش پر پیغام#IqbalDay #9November pic.twitter.com/C7e0rDxwAa
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) November 9, 2023
Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Murtaza Solangi, hails Allama Iqbal as a beacon of light for humanity. In his message on the 146th birth anniversary of the national poet, he underlines how Iqbal’s teachings inspire the younger generation to carve their own path rather than relying on others. Iqbal’s passionate message of “Khudi” motivated individuals to awaken from their slumber and embrace their true identity. Solangi believes that the universal teachings of Iqbal offer solutions to the multifaceted challenges faced by society today and urges the youth to adopt Iqbal’s philosophical thought as a means to serve Pakistan and the Muslim Ummah.
In commemorating Dr. Allama Iqbal’s legacy, these leaders emphasize the importance of his teachings and philosophy, which continue to guide and inspire generations, driving progress and self-realization.
