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Express Tribune
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Karachiites unfazed by India's 'loitering munitions'
Citizens from all walks of life unite against Indian aggression during a rally organised by the MQM, chanting slogans and waving the national flag in support of the armed forces. PHOTO: JALAL QURESHI / EXPRESS Unfazed by the Israeli-made armed drones, called "loitering munitions", sent by India over multiple cities of Pakistan, including Karachi, residents of the metropolitan city poured onto the streets in an extraordinary wave of solidarity with the armed forces. In an emotional and defiant response to external threats, a diverse cross-section of society - including political leaders, religious clerics, lawyers, and even the often-marginalised transgender community - voiced unwavering support for the nation's defence. A grand demonstration was organised by the Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) at the Karachi Press Club against Indian aggression and in support of the Pakistan Armed Forces. While addressing the participants, senior central leader Dr Farooq Sattar said that the Modi government and the Indian army will soon receive a big surprise for this misadventure. Today, once again, it has been proven that our forefathers' decision to create Pakistan was absolutely right. There will be more 'Pakistans' formed within India, and the Hindutva ideology of Akhand Bharat (Undivided India) will be shattered by the Pakistan Armed Forces. Today, once again, the two-nation theory is rising from the Bay of Bengal. India had imposed its agent Hasina Wajid on Bangladesh, but the brave people of Bengal have thrown her out. Transgender community protest The transgender community of Karachi demonstrated a protest against India at the Karachi Press Club on Thursday. On this occasion, Jaya Foundation Executive Director Bindiya Rana said, "We pay tribute to the Pakistani forces for their befitting reply to India. Modi's India has resorted only to drone attacks." She added, "The Pakistani nation is having fun with India's war tall claims. We are not a nation that is afraid of drone attacks. The transgenders stand by the side where the youth of Pakistan stand." Lawyers rally behind armed forces Lawyers took out the Istehkam-e-Pakistan rally in Karachi City Court on Thursday. The rally participants raised slogans like "Pakistan Zindabad" and "Pak Army Zindabad." Former President of the Supreme Court Bar Association, Yaseen Azad, and Muneer A Malik led the rally. Yaseen Azad said in his speech that India had shown cunning by attacking the civilian population, resulting in the martyrdom of innocent people, including children and women. Be prepared Central leadership of Jamaat Ahle Sunnat Pakistan has issued directives to the Sunni community, workers, and local representatives for immediate and effective measures to ensure unity, discipline, and the protection of national security. Shah Abdulhaq Qadri said that Jamaat Ahle Sunnat, as a patriotic religious organisation, has always been at the forefront in defending the nation and serving the people. In the current situation, this role will be further strengthened and carried out in an organised manner. The statement clearly instructed collective prayers after Fajr prayers daily for the safety of the country. Youm-e-Azam today Jamaat-e-Islami Karachi Ameer Monem Zafar has announced to observe Youm-e-Azam (Determination Day) today (Friday) against cold blooded Indian aggression, following a false flag operation in occupied Kashmir. The JI leader announced this at a press conference, held at Idara Noor-e-Haq, the JI Karachi headquarters, on Thursday.
New Indian Express
02-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Andhra Minister Lokesh hails PM Modi as India's ultimate shield, promises unstoppable growth for Amaravati
VIJAYAWADA: Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education, IT, and Electronics, Nara Lokesh, declared that even 'a hundred Pakistans' could not harm India, crediting Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the nation's ultimate weapon against aggression. Speaking at an event marking the resumption of Amaravati's construction, Lokesh condemned Pakistan's recent actions, particularly the Pahalgam terror attack, accusing it of making a grave mistake by targeting innocent lives. 'Pakistan cannot uproot even a blade of grass on Indian soil,' he asserted, warning that Modi's decisive leadership could erase Pakistan from the world map. Lokesh claimed Pakistan's military was in chaos, with personnel resigning or fleeing, calling it a testament to Modi's formidable influence. He also criticised the previous Andhra Pradesh government's 'ruinous' 2019–2024 tenure, alleging it had deliberately stalled Amaravati's development due to personal animosity towards Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. He accused the former regime of wasting five years on a three-capital proposal without laying a single brick, thus hampering the state's progress. Highlighting the Amaravati movement's resilience, Lokesh noted its 1,631-day struggle, with participation from children to the elderly under the 'Jai Amaravati' banner. He detailed the sacrifices made, including 270 farmer deaths, arrests, police brutality against women farmers, and 3,000 illegal cases filed against protesters. Saluting the farmers' unwavering spirit, Lokesh called Amaravati a 'people's capital' that no conspiracy could suppress, crediting Modi for its foundation and asserting that no force could halt its development. On domestic policy, Lokesh hailed the central government's caste census decision as a bold, historic step by Modi to empower marginalised communities, addressing decades-long struggles for social justice among backward classes. Lokesh announced that Amaravati's construction, relaunched under Modi's guidance, marked unstoppable progress for Andhra Pradesh. He outlined decentralised development plans, including the Polavaram project, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, Bhogapuram Airport, and CNG plants in Prakasam. Reflecting on the post-bifurcation challenges of 2014, he praised Naidu for balancing welfare and development, with Amaravati chosen as the capital through consensus and built on farmers' sacrifices. He said regions like Rayalaseema had become electronics and automobile hubs, Godavari districts aqua hubs, and North Andhra pharma and IT hubs. Lokesh underscored the 'double-engine government' of Modi and Naidu, saying the NDA's 94% seat share in the 2024 elections reflected public trust. He said Modi's support—through initiatives like the Visakhapatnam Railway Zone, NTPC Green Energy, and the Nakkapalli Bulk Drug Park—demonstrated his commitment to Andhra Pradesh. Lokesh described Modi and Naidu as powerful engines driving development and welfare. On economic progress, Lokesh revealed that in 10 months, the state had secured Rs. 8 lakh crore in investments, generating 5 lakh jobs. A mega DSC notification for 16,347 posts had been issued, alongside major projects including NTPC Green Energy (Rs. 1.85 lakh crore, 57,000 jobs), ArcelorMittal in Anakapalli (Rs. 1.36 lakh crore, 55,000 jobs), and BPCL in Ramayapatnam (Rs. 97,000 crore, 3,000 jobs). He said investments from LG Electronics in Tirupati, renewable energy in Kurnool, Kadapa, and Anantapur, Reliance CNG in Prakasam, and pharma and IT in North Andhra were aimed at uplifting all districts. The government, he added, aimed to create 20 lakh jobs in five years, signalling a robust economic vision.
