Islamabad: Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has assured the minority community of government's full support in their journey towards progress and prosperity.
PM Shehbaz Sharif was addressing a ceremony held in Islamabad on Thursday in connection with the Christmas celebrations.
The Prime Minister made it clear that no one will be allowed to commit injustice against minorities under any circumstances.
The Prime Minister expressed his resolve to stand firm with the minorities for the protection of their rights and said that this country belongs to all of us and we all have equal rights in it.
PM Shehbaz Sharif said Islam imparts the teachings of love, peace, equality, justice and brotherhood and similarly, the essence of the teachings of Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAWW) is to deal others with love and affection and not to hurt others.
He emphasized that the Constitution of Pakistan greatly stressed for the protection of rights of minorities including Christians, Sikhs, Hindus and Parsis.
Alluding to the speech of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah regarding the religious freedom, PM Shehbaz Sharif said that the Father of Nation clearly stated that you are free to go to mosques, temples, Churches and Gurdwaras. He said that these sayings of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah are an essential feature of the Constitution of Pakistan.
Meanwhile in a statement issued on X on Thursday PM Shehbaz Sharif said 'On the joyous and blessed occasion of Christmas, I extend my warmest greetings to the Christian community across the world, and especially to our Christian brothers and sisters in Pakistan'.
PM Shehbaz Sharif said that we remember and celebrate the life and teachings of Hazrat Isa (Peace be upon him), whose timeless message of love, peace, compassion, and unity continues to inspire humanity. He embodied the highest ideals of selfless service, dedicating his life to easing human suffering and uplifting the most vulnerable.
He said that Pakistan's Christian community forms an integral part of our national fabric. Their enduring contributions to education, healthcare, and social welfare, and their sacrifices alongside the nation in the fight against terrorism, are deeply valued and a source of collective pride.
'May this festive season fill hearts with joy, strengthen bonds of harmony, and bring peace, hope, and prosperity to all' PM Shehbaz Sharif said.