Minister Zeeshan Rafiq lauds Hafiz Abu Bakr's achievement

The Provincial Minister for Local Government, Zeeshan Rafiq, praised Hafiz Muhammad Abu Bakr for bringing honor to Pakistan by clinching the top spot in an international 'Husn-e-Qirat' competition held in Iran. The accolades were showered during the International 'Mahfil Husn-e-Qirat and Naat' event at the main Eid Gah Daska. Minister Rafiq highlighted the abundance of talent in Pakistan and reiterated the Punjab government's commitment to nurturing and supporting the youth in showcasing their skills across various domains.

During the event, Minister Rafiq warmly welcomed both national and international participants, distributing shields as tokens of appreciation. A special meeting was held with the competition winner, Hafiz Muhammad Abu Bakr, who received congratulations for his remarkable achievement. Abu Bakr's recitation captivated the audience, earning him resounding applause.

The ceremony concluded with a heartfelt prayer for the country's security and stability, emphasizing unity and prosperity for all. Meanwhile, Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari urged political opponents to focus on competing with Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz based on performance rather than resorting to derogatory language. She criticized the opposition for spreading falsehoods and using inappropriate rhetoric, urging restraint and decorum in political discourse.

Azma Bukhari's remarks came in response to a statement by Barrister Saif, cautioning against unwarranted attacks and emphasizing the need for constructive engagement in political debates. She underscored that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf should acknowledge and respect the achievements of the Punjab Chief Minister, steering clear of personal attacks and baseless allegations.