“Jinnah’s Legacy and the Role of Armed Forces in
Pakistan’s Security, Defense, and Regional Stability,”
was organized by Quaid-e-Azam House Museum
Staff Reporter
Karachi : The Quaid-e-Azam House Museum, once known as Flagstaff House, hosted an event to mark the 76th death anniversary of Pakistan’s founder, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. The museum’s Board of Management organized the ceremony, titled “Jinnah’s Legacy and the Role of Armed Forces in Pakistan’s Security, Defense, and Regional Stability.”
Many notable figures attended, including Senior Vice Chairman Liaquat H. Merchant (SI), former Sindh Governor Lieutenant General (Retd.) Moinuddin Haidar, Vice Chairman Ikram Sehgal, and Commodore (Retd.) Sadeed A. Malik Kashir. Furthermore, city leaders and students from various schools also participated.
Liaquat Merchant highlighted Jinnah’s vital role in the Pakistan Movement and his efforts to inform Indian Muslims through his newspapers. He also announced that the museum had given scholarships to over 7,000 students and expressed a desire to transform the museum into a center for nation-building.
Lieutenant General (Retd.) Moinuddin Haidar praised Jinnah’s vision for a strong Pakistan and emphasized the key role of the armed forces in national defense, especially during the 1965 war. He noted that Jinnah’s vision continues to inspire the military today.
Ikram Sehgal spoke about Jinnah’s strategic vision and the events of August 1942, including the Quit India movement. Additionally, he mentioned Jinnah’s opposition to the partition of Bengal and Punjab, a decision that Lord Mountbatten later executed.
The event concluded with a Fatiha for Jinnah. Executive Secretary Irum Fawad successfully handled the organizing duties. Finally, General Secretary SI(M), Commodore (Retd.) Sadeed A. Malik Kashir, thanked everyone for their participation.
