Prime Minister Carney, Conservative Leader Poilievre wish a joyous Bandi Chhor Divas
- On Sunday, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended Diwali greetings to the Hindu community, reaffirming their commitment to protecting minority rights and promoting religious harmony across Pakistan.
- Diwali symbolizes the "triumph of good over evil, light over darkness and hope over despair," while Zardari invoked Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's vision of a state where "faith, caste or creed" would not bar equal citizenship.
- Prime Minister Sharif described the Hindu community as a "valued and integral part" of the national fabric, noting their contributions to education, healthcare, business, and social welfare have enriched Pakistan.
- Urging people to reject "prejudice and discrimination," Sharif reaffirmed the government's commitment to safeguarding the rights and religious freedoms of all citizens while fostering "interfaith harmony" throughout the nation.
- Calling the promise of equal citizenship a "sacred national commitment," Zardari stated "Pakistan belongs equally to all its citizens," urging collective efforts to build a "peaceful, inclusive and prosperous nation.
40 Articles
40 Articles
Deepawali across the Globe | US, France, UAE to Australia & Sri Lanka: World leaders embrace cultural spirit of India
From US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and leaders of the UAE and Sri Lanka, world leaders joined India in celebrating Deepawali 2026. The global celebration of India’s civilisational and cultural heritage, highlighted the universal message of peace, prosperity, unity, compassion and the triumph of light over darkness. International organisations, foreign diplomats and In…
Prime Minister Carney, Conservative Leader Poilievre wish a joyous Bandi Chhor Divas
PRIME Minister Mark Carney on Sunday said in a statement on Bandi Chhor Divas: “Today, Sikhs in Canada and around the world celebrate Bandi Chhor Divas, a sacred celebration honouring the sixth Sikh Guru, Guru Hargobind Sahib, and his release from prison. “Bandi Chhor Divas brings families together in a spirit of faith, justice, generosity, and selfless […]
President Zardari, PM Shehbaz greet Hindu community on Diwali
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday extended warm greetings to the Hindu community in Pakistan and around the world on the joyous occasion of Diwali, reaffirming the government’s commitment to protecting minority rights and promoting religious harmony. In separate messages, the president and prime minister highlighted the festival’s message of the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness and hope over des…
World leaders and diplomats have extended their greetings on Diwali, one of the most important festivals for the Hindu community, which India celebrates on November 8. In their messages, they linked the holiday to peace, hope, compassion and the victory of good over evil. UAE Vice President Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum wished those celebrating Diwali “peace, hope and goodness” as well as security, happiness and prosperity. Tulsi Gabbard…
Geo News
President Zardari, PM Shehbaz reaffirm commitment to minority rights on Diwali
President says Diwali an occasion to unite people as Pakistanis.Hindu community integral part of national life: President Zardari.PM hails Hindu community's contributions to national development.President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday...
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 56% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
