PM Imran, President Alvi send out messages to commemorate Youm-i-Ashur – Pakistan

While the country commemorates Ashura in Muharram 10, several members of the government sent messages on Tuesday recalling the sacrifices that were made in Karbala.

Prime Minister Imran Khan

Prime Minister Imran Khan said that the great battle between good and evil was witnessed in Karbala. "The incident gives a message to Muslims that they should be prepared to offer any sacrifice for the promotion of the high values ​​and principles of Islam," he said. Pakistan Radio.

The prime minister said that the life of Imam Husain gives the message that all evidence in the path of justice must be set aside and even one must be ready to give his own life for the satisfaction of God.

Imran Khan on the occasion also paid tribute to the sacrifices of the Kashmir people who have been fighting against Indian oppression in occupied Kashmir.

He said that the people of Kashmir have kept the sunnah of Imam Husain alive and made occupied Kashmir another great example of the battle between good and evil.

President Arif Alvi

President Arif Alvi said that the supreme sacrifice made by Imam Husain is a triumph of humanity and Islamic principles.

In his message, Alvi said: "Youm-i-Ashur has an important place in Islamic history, since on this day the grandson of the holy prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Imam Hussain along with his relatives and companions embraced martyrdom, causing the tragic unforgettable event until the day of the trial. "

The president said that this great sacrifice reminds Muslims every year that they should not hesitate to face the force of evil and vice. He said people should also express their determination to fight against extremism, terrorism and intolerant behavior.

He also prayed for the country's progress and prosperity and the complete adoption of the real message of Youm-i-Ashur.

Foreign Minister Qureshi

By sending a message via Twitter, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi urged the nation to remember the sacrifices made in Karbala and "stand up against injustice and oppression."

"Remember that freedom for the oppressed in Kashmir will also come with great sacrifice, courage, belief and firmness," he said.

Dr. SAPM Firdous Ashiq Awan

The Special Assistant to the Prime Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan, also conveyed a message to the nation about Twitter saying that a situation similar to Karbala prevails in occupied Kashmir.

He reminded the world that it is day 39 of the curfew in the held valley that has become a prison.

The region has been isolated from the rest of the world, while people face a shortage of food and medicine, Awan said.