Road to Change

Pakistan is a country that has an impeccable amount of resources and the best geographical position that anybody can think of. An Islamic state that was created on 14 August 1947 with a lot of hard work and dedication, the dream to make it what the founders thought is yet to be fulfilled. From the start of its creation till now, the nation and its citizen have gone through a number of challenges and tough situations. From the interference of the foreign powers to the kind of government that were setup along with the social, economic and natural issues we faced, anything disastrous could have occurred. However the strength and determination of the people have never let it down. 

This is a country that possesses all the resources that can gain us maximum prosperity. From the sea to river, desert to plain, valley to mountain, dams to barrages, fruits and vegetables, all types of weather, every single item of use and whatever we can think of, everything is available in this land. Just what is needed to move us forward is a sincere and optimistic leader who can combine the use of labor and natural benefits in efforts for the welfare of the people keeping in mind the terms of equality. We have gone through a variety of systems in our political setup. There have been civil as well as military rulers who have served for even10 to 15 years. But the amount of progress that was made couldn’t be linked to the tenure for which they ruled since the demands and rights of people were left to be catered. The individuals of this society however have always been in an urge to do something extraordinary. In 1999 we became the First Islamic Nuclear power through the efforts of Dr. AQ Khan. It happened during the time period of former Prime minister Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif.  That was the time when all the Anti-Pakistan forces raised fingers on us and wanted to deprive us of the nuclear tests that became a necessity to be conducted. We all were united since it was a matter of our sovereignty. That was a motivational factor for all of us and our enemies were left shocked. Similarly, the 9/11 situation wasn't handled in a proper manner and resulted in lot of one-sided decisions and socially affected the areas that were hit by it and infact the whole country.'' Simply cannot understand why our political forces are not more concerned about the people than their bank balances''. Even a literate teenager can understand that we have been made to pay in issues where we weren't even involved. West have always been in a mode of exploiting the rights of Muslims since they are afraid of them. Unfortunately, there is a strong conflict among some of the important Islamic states that makes the handling of issue very difficult and there is a great lack of unity. The amount of people affected in the war that we are fighting is rising day by day. Even if the war is conducted in our areas and our forces are heavily affected by it why aren't we selfish enough to handle it on our own terms? A lot of sacrifices are given by the armed forces and the innocent civilians who were being ordered to protect the frontiers and the lives of resident in those affected areas. Infrastructure was totally damaged and even shortage of food was viewed in some of the areas due to cut of supplies.  Nothing substantial or worth concluding is sorted out in this regard even after so much spending. Even if we are trying to initiate terms of talk or any method to create peace the Americans and their likeminded allies put restrictions on us. Then how can we rate ourselves as a sovereign nation if we don’t have the right to make our own policies and decisions? Why can’t we consider our neighbor Iran in this regard. A country that is not a nuclear power and is still trying to develop itself is in a far better situation and is standing face to face in front of their enemies. Even after so many allegations, they are standing firm. Similar is the case for North Korea. Their people are standing with the leader who is on right path for them.

 

It is never too late. A good nation is the one that learn from its mistakes and try to find solution to its remedies. Its high time that we care about every single individual who forms a part of this population. People who are patriotic and have feelings for the nation should be given a chance to come forward and serve them. We are not short of anything except the will. Democracy is pursuing in our country and there are very healthy signs of bringing a change through ballot. If the political situation improves, the social situation will automatically change. Unemployment, poverty leads to negative ideas and hence chaos. If we are trying to create peace in our area then obviously we are inviting more opportunity for the filling of needs. We need to help the ones worst affected so that they are not lead astray. Since their necessities are going to be handled the level of satisfaction will draw them into the progress of nation. Also we need to look at the foreign elements that are constantly trying to prick holes in the integrity of this nation. Those who are against the stability of this nation. With a change in strategy and thinking we can finish all the injustice that prevails and our system becomes strong enough to protect every individual of this nation. With the potential this country has we can become the best!

 

Author: M.Amanullah Khan