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
