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Event Title: Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani extends greetings to the Hindu community on the occasion of Diwali.
Event Date: 2025-10-20
Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has extended heartfelt greetings to the Hindu community in Pakistan and around the world on the auspicious occasion of Diwali.
He stated that Pakistan is a multicultural and multi-religious society.
This, he emphasized, is the true spirit of Pakistan and a reflection of the guarantees enshrined in the Constitution.
The Chairman Senate said that the role of the Hindu community in Pakistan’s progress is positive, constructive, and commendable. He added that minorities are vital partners in the country’s social, educational, economic, and cultural development.
He acknowledged the significant contribution of minority representatives in promoting harmony, tolerance, and national unity across the country.
Mr Gilani stated that we must strive to make our homeland a beacon of light that dispels the darkness of hatred, prejudice, and division. The message of Islam, he said, is one of peace, love, justice, and service to humanity — values that are shared across all religions.
The Chairman Senate reaffirmed that the Parliament of Pakistan is fully committed to promoting interfaith harmony, protecting the rights of minorities, and strengthening national unity. He said that the Senate, being the symbol of the Federation, serves as a platform that unites all segments and regions of the country to reinforce justice, equality, and fraternity.
In conclusion, Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani expressed hope that this festival will further strengthen relations among all communities living in Pakistan and foster the spirit of harmony and brotherhood across the nation.