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Govt's independence day ad draws criticism for excluding images of Quaid, Iqbal
An official Independence Day advertisement issued by Pakistan's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has drawn sharp criticism from political and social circles for omitting the images of the country's founding father, Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, and national poet-philosopher Allama Iqbal. The advertisement, published in major national newspapers and aired on television channels, featured Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, President Asif Ali Zardari, Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, as well as the chiefs of the Pakistan Navy and Pakistan Air Force. It also depicted cultural and minority representations. Independence Day: President Zardari, PM Shehbaz urge national unity for a just, equal Pakistan Former Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed posted the advertisement's image on X, calling it 'shameful' that Jinnah's portrait was missing, while featuring 'individuals holding temporary positions whose stature is owed to the Quaid's struggle and sacrifices.' Former federal minister Shireen Mazari described the omission of Jinnah's image as a 'glaring oversight' by the information ministry. Journalist Hussain Ahmad also expressed surprise at the absence of both Jinnah and Iqbal in the ad, calling it 'bizarre.' The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party criticised the move as 'a deliberate act, not a mistake,' alleging that since August 1, government-affiliated advertisements and billboards across the country had similarly excluded the portraits of Jinnah and Iqbal. It further claimed that a similar omission occurred earlier on May 28, Pakistan's 'Youm-e-Takbeer' (Day of Greatness), when government ads marking the country's nuclear capability did not include the image of the late nuclear scientist Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan, credited with making Pakistan's defense impregnable.
News18
28-05-2025
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- News18
LeT's Show Of Strength In Pakistan With 1998 Nuclear Test Celebrations
Last Updated: Posters were put up across the country for the celebration of Youm-e-Takbeer (Day of Greatness) on May 28 -- the day Pakistan conducted nuclear test in 1998 The political front of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Milli Muslim League (MML), held celebrations on May 28 to mark the nuclear test conducted by Pakistan in 1998. Posters were put up across the country for the celebration of Youm-e-Takbeer (Day of Greatness). The posters — with the message 'When Pakistan became unconquerable' — were distributed by the Markazi Muslim League Karachi (Central Muslim League Karachi). These posters, which have picture of Pakistan's Army chief Asim Munir, were prominently showcased in both Lahore and Karachi. They endorse CNN-News18's earlier reports that he is the third generation Jihad chief. The MML, a political party that shares the same ideological roots as LeT, was founded by Saifullah Khalid, who has close ties to Hafiz Saeed. The party's mission is to transform Pakistan into a true Islamic welfare state. They position themselves as the political voice for those involved in the social work of Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD), LeT's charitable wing. WHAT INDIAN INTEL SOURCES SAY According to top intelligence sources, the appearance of these posters is not unusual and serves as a reminder to the world of Pakistan's nuclear capabilities. 'While this day is not celebrated annually, this year it has garnered special attention. The Pakistan Army consists of both those in uniform and those in traditional salwar kurta, highlighting the deep-rooted connection between military and Jihadi elements within the country," they said. MUNIR & JIHAD News18 has earlier reported how Munir leads the third generation of Jihad in Pakistan, weaponising the Quran and leveraging state power. His actions align with the goals of Hafiz Saeed and Maulana Masood Azhar to liberate Kashmir but with the support of state machinery, sources say. Unlike Saeed and Azhar, who are non-state actors, Munir's actions reflect state policy, combining state power, religious authority, and militant ideology. Munir has integrated radical clerics into the training programs of the Pakistani army, indoctrinating soldiers with the belief that Jihad for Kashmir is a divine duty, sources say. Sources say Munir frequently reads Quranic verses and offers his interpretations during meetings, emphasising the importance of countering 'oppressors", implicitly referring to Indian forces and government. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: May 28, 2025, 18:09 IST
