SAUDI ARABIA

PSP conference calls for Karachi package

August 01, 2017

By Waqar Naseem Wamiq

RIYADH — Leaders and representatives of various political, social, literary, religious and cultural parties gathered on a call by Pak Sarzameen Party (PSP) at an All Party Conference (APC) recently held at the auditorium of Pak House here.

The participants of the APC talked about “The issues of Karachi and their solutions.” Karachi, the seventh largest megacity of the world, the former capital and the largest city of Pakistan with an estimated population of more than 22 million has been facing several socio-political challenges for the past many years. Karachiites are very concerned about their city as well as Pakistanis, who love Karachi as a melting pot. It is also an economical hub of the country and home to the millions of peoples from each and every corner of the country.

The APC was presided by PSP coordinator, Gulf region, Shamshad Ali Siddique. President PSP Saudi Arabian chapter Dr. Naeem Qaim Khani was the chief guest on the occasion. Young PSP member Talha Zaheer led the proceeding that began with the recitation of verses from the Holy Qur’an by Hafiz Bilal followed by Naat presented by famous Muhammad Asghar Chishty.

Prof. Dr. Mujahid Qaimkhani ably conducted the APC proceedings and invited the relevant speakers one after another with their due introductions.

“Karachi is a mini Pakistan and is for all, it’s the economical hub of our country and generates 70% of the total revenue. Karachi needs our attention, let us come forward to address the issues of Karachi,” Dr. Naeem said in his welcome note.

PSP member Abdullah Iftekhar presented a documentary “Karachi Raising” that was highly appreciated by the participants. Siddique then presented the agenda of the APC. “Pakistan was built on two nations theory, now, it’s time to adopt one nation theory i.e. Pakistaniat,” he said in his opening remarks and further stated Karachi’s matter is the matter of national security. Siddique called for a package increase in the federal budget for the betterment of Karachi.

PSP’s Sardar Riyast called on the authorities to finish the quota system, and requested all parties to support PSP for the solutions of Karachi.

Waqar Wamiq of Halqa e Fik-o-Funn emphasized the need to educate people at the grass root levels. “People of Karachi need to maintain their tradition of harmony, we should engage common people with a softer image,” he said.

Maulana Hamaiyoun Mehsud of JUI appreciate the initiative taken by PSP Riyadh chapter and asked for a similar APC to be held at Karachi with all the local representatives on board.

Rashid Mehmood Butt of PML (N) was concerned about Karachi. “Our various political differences and scenarios has brought Karachi to this situation of uncertainty, we need to help peace and harmony to prevail among the people,” he said.

Naseer Essa Khan of Qoumi Watan Party said, “As PSP has taken such a great initiative to bring solutions of the problems so it’s due on us to support them fully for a constructive Karachi

Maulana Aziz Ur Rehman Durrani of JUI stressed to build harmony among the peoples of Karachi. “PSP must start a door to door campaign to know about the problems followed with their solution,” Durrani said.

Chairman PSP Mustafa Kamal addressed the APC with a special video link. He said, “I am thankful to all of you who gathered today. Enmity is the starting point of all the problems we are facing today in Karachi. Unfortunately, the lingual, regional, political, social and religious differences are there. We must end our differences, we have to have courage to listen to each other.”

Abdul Karim Khan of PPP described the issues of Karachi in details and was hopeful for the best solutions. Columnist Mubashir Anwaar appreciated Kamal’s speech. “We need to have the rule of law and to solve the differences in a mature manner instead of turning them into enmity, we need to promote extracurricular and curricular activities, we needs to provide pen & book instead of weapons to our students,” Anwaar said.

President Pakistan Investor’s Forum, Muhammad Asghar Qureshi said, “Karachi is on a path of progress with the seriousness and interest of its peoples about the solutions of their issues, Government should play an important role in this regard.”

Hafiz Abdul Wahid of Majlis-e-Pakistan held all responsible for the issues of the Karachi. “I am responsible, we all are responsible, we didn’t fulfill our responsibilities towards Karachi, and the day we start realizing our responsibilities and act upon them then it will be the beginning of the solutions of Karachi’s issues,” Hafiz stated.

Abdul Majeed of Engineers Forum stressed the need to promote tolerance. “We have to promote tolerance, that’s the best solution of all the issues and problems. Allah has blessed Karachi with numerous facilities that can be utilized for the betterment,” he said.

Philanthropist Dr. Mansoor Memon said, “Karachi lives in our heart and we are saddened over the situation of Karachi. We must adhere to the scientific research methods in the various sectors whether it is education, health, transportation or any other in order to achieve success.

Khalid Akram Rana of PML(N) praised Nawaz Sharif for his efforts for the Karachi. “The worst thing done to the residents of Karachi by the national culprits is to name them Mohajir, I salute the efforts of Nawaz Sharif who did his best for the Karachi during his tenures,” Rana added.

Wasim Sajid of PPP praised the efforts of Mustafa Kamal and Anees Qaimkhani of PPP. “These two men changed the scene of Karachi, instead of begging the votes they requested peoples to join their hands together to resolve the key issues of the city,” he said.

Abdul Maalik Mujahid of Jamiat-e-Ahl-Hadees insisted the need to maintain morality and focus on the health sector. Sardar Abdul Razzaq of Kashmir Press Club appreciated the efforts of PSP, “Karachi should be provided with all the facilities especially in education and health sectors,” he said.

Baba-e-Riyadh Qazi Ishaq Memon stated Karachi as a mini Pakistan and said Karachi’s gate is open for all and it accommodates all the Pakistanis. Vice President Abdul Rasheed Khan presented the 11 points resolution of the day that was unanimously passed by the participants. The basic point of the resolution is a demand to provide a package for the development of Karachi.

President PSP Riyadh region Haneef Babar gave the vote of thanks and said PSP will continue efforts on all levels. “We are highly thankful to all the participants of the conference, and when PSP comes up with a vision, we will do our best to resolve the issues and move forward positively on the path of success,” Babar said.


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