By our correspondent
KARACHI: Marking the 27th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer, Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) Chairman Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui paid tribute to Pakistan’s nuclear achievements, calling the moment a defining milestone in the nation’s history. In a special message to the nation, Dr. Siddiqui recalled that on this day in 1998, the combined resolve of Pakistan’s scientists, technical experts, and armed forces fortified the country’s defence and altered the strategic balance in South Asia.
He described the nuclear tests as a bold and historic step that infused the country with renewed confidence, national pride, and a sense of security. “Our nuclear capability has not only secured our territorial integrity but has also served as a powerful deterrent, maintaining the balance of power in the region,” he said.
Dr. Siddiqui also drew a direct line between the determination that led to the nuclear tests and the Pakistan Armed Forces’ recent operational success. He praised the outcome of Operation Bunyad-ul-Marsous, crediting it as a modern-day manifestation of the confidence and courage that took root in the national psyche after Pakistan joined the ranks of nuclear-armed states. “The legacy of Youm-e-Takbeer continues to echo through our military victories today,” he noted.
Urging the nation to reflect on the sacrifices that made such achievements possible, Dr. Siddiqui said this day must also be a moment of collective gratitude and remembrance. “We must bow our heads in thankfulness to the Almighty for granting Pakistan the strength and honor it holds today. And we must never forget our martyrs—their sacrifices are the foundation upon which all national successes rest,” he said.
