President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday extended his heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the Hindu community on the occasion of Diwali, highlighting the festival’s significance as a symbol of the victory of light over darkness and the triumph of good over evil. President Zardari emphasized the importance of universal values such as peace, compassion, and harmony, which are deeply embedded in the nation’s identity and align with Islamic principles of mutual respect and coexistence.
In his address, President Zardari reaffirmed the constitutional guarantee of equal rights and religious freedom for all citizens of Pakistan. He stressed the need for a society where individuals of all faiths can live with dignity and respect, in line with the vision of Quaid-e-Azam, where minorities have equal rights and opportunities.
President Zardari recognized the Hindu community as an integral part of Pakistan’s social, cultural, and economic fabric. He praised their outstanding contributions in education, trade, and public services, and described Diwali as an occasion to renew the commitment to tolerance, unity, and peaceful coexistence.
Concluding his message, President Zardari prayed for the happiness, peace, and prosperity of the Hindu community in Pakistan and abroad, and conveyed a message of solidarity and shared aspirations.