Pakistan is celebrating the 149th birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah today with national devotion, respect, and patriotic enthusiasm. Across the country, people from all walks of life are paying tribute to the Father of the Nation, whose vision and leadership laid the foundation of an independent Pakistan.
A public holiday has been observed nationwide, allowing citizens to take part in commemorative activities. Special ceremonies, seminars, and events are being held in major cities and towns to honor Quaid-e-Azam’s life, struggle, and enduring legacy. Educational institutions, government departments, and civil society organizations have arranged discussions highlighting his principles and contributions to the freedom movement.
The birth anniversary is being marked with a renewed commitment to the ideals that guided Quaid-e-Azam throughout his life. Faith, Unity, and Discipline remain the cornerstone of his vision for Pakistan and continue to serve as guiding principles for the nation in the present day.
One of the most prominent events of the day was the change of guards ceremony at Mazar-e-Quaid in Karachi. A smartly turned-out contingent of the Pakistan Army presented a formal salute at the mausoleum, symbolizing respect and continuity of national ideals. Major General Iftikhar Hussain Chaudhry, Hilal-e-Imtiaz, attended the ceremony as the chief guest, while Pakistan Army cadets formally assumed guard duties at the shrine.
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was born on December 25, 1876, in Karachi. A distinguished lawyer by profession, he emerged as a visionary political leader whose determination and principled struggle transformed the dream of a separate homeland for Muslims of the subcontinent into reality. Despite intense political challenges and opposition, his leadership proved decisive in the creation of Pakistan.
Quaid-e-Azam envisioned a state founded on justice, equality, and the rule of law, where all citizens could live with dignity and freedom regardless of religion or background. His belief in democratic values and constitutional governance conveyed a powerful global message that integrity and principled leadership can shape the destiny of nations.
Tributes poured in from national leadership on the occasion. The Pakistan Armed Forces, including the Army Chief and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir, reaffirmed their commitment to safeguarding Pakistan in line with Quaid-e-Azam’s vision of a strong, independent, and democratic state. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in his message, emphasized Quaid-e-Azam’s teachings of equality, religious harmony, social tolerance, and justice, describing them as a timeless guide for the nation.
As Pakistan marks this important day, the life and leadership of Quaid-e-Azam continue to inspire unity, resilience, and a collective resolve to build a prosperous and peaceful future.
