Chitral (Chitral Express): Badi ur Rahman Chitrali, information secretary of Tehreek Tahafuz Pakistan, its district president in Chitral, and a former candidate for National Assembly constituency NA-54, said that the dream Allama Dr Muhammad Iqbal had envisioned of an independent Islamic state for the Muslims of the subcontinent had appeared to be an impossible idea. However, as a result of his intellectual guidance, the tireless struggle of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, and the Muslims’ unparalleled sacrifices, Pakistan came into being.
In a statement, he paid tribute to Allama Muhammad Iqbal and prayed for his forgiveness, saying that Iqbal’s thought and poetry awakened in the Muslims of the subcontinent a spirit of freedom, selfhood and autonomy. His message, “Raise your selfhood so high that, before every decree, God Himself asks the servant: Tell Me, what is your desire?” remains a source of guidance for Muslims today.
Badi ur Rahman Chitrali said that the Muslims of the subcontinent shared a desire for an independent state where they could live in accordance with Islamic principles. By the grace of Allah Almighty, Pakistan came into existence, but, regrettably, as a nation we have not done justice to the objectives behind the creation of Pakistan, the vision of its founders, or the sacrifices of the Muslims. The country still faces numerous problems and difficulties.
He said, “May Allah Almighty grant guidance to us and our rulers so that legislation in accordance with Islamic principles and a system of justice can be established in Pakistan. Through Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan’s tireless efforts and the grace of Allah Almighty, Pakistan became a nuclear power. We pray that this power will always be used for the supremacy of Islam and the defence and security of Pakistan.”
He added that Tehreek Tahafuz Pakistan Chairman Rao Akbar Khan and the central and district cabinets are working day and night to advance Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan’s vision and mission. The movement will continue its struggle with the resolve to make Pakistan a strong, sovereign welfare state based on Islamic principles.
Badi ur Rahman Chitrali said, “We are not disheartened; by the grace of Allah Almighty, we are hopeful for a bright future. The glimmer of hope in the eyes of the younger generation and its desire for change in the current system are signs that positive change is possible in the country.” He said that Tehreek Tahafuz Pakistan had entered the arena carrying a beacon of guidance, with the aim of showing coming generations a path of hope, awareness and a bright future. God willing, the struggle to fulfill this mission will continue under the leadership of Chairman Rao Akbar Khan.
Source: https://chitralexpress.com/updates/2026/11/09/106849/
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