Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif extends greetings to Hindu community on Diwali

Shehbaz Sharif, PML(N) leader, Pakistan

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended greetings to the Hindu community in the county to mark Diwali on Monday and reiterated his government's commitment to minority rights.

In his message, Sharif extended his “heartfelt greetings” to the community in Pakistan and around the world, wishing them a happy Diwali.

“As homes and hearts are illuminated with the light of Diwali, may this festival dispel darkness, foster harmony, and guide us all toward a future of peace, compassion, and shared prosperity,” he said in a post on social media platform X.

“The spirit of Diwali that embodies light over darkness, good over evil, and hope over despair inspires our collective resolve to overcome the challenges confronting our societies, from intolerance to inequality.” He called on people to work together to ensure that all citizens could live in peace and contribute to progress, regardless of their faith or background.

On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, I extend my heartfelt greetings to our Hindu community in Pakistan and around the world.

As homes and hearts are illuminated with the light of Diwali, may this festival dispel darkness, foster harmony, and guide us all toward a future of…

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PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari also extended his warm greetings to the Hindu community and around the world, calling Diwali the “festival of lights, hope, and renewal”.

In a press release issued by Bilawal House Media Cell, Bilawal said Diwali reminded us that “light always triumphs over darkness, and truth, peace, and love prevail over hate and division”.