Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Friday addressed a large crowd at a Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) rally in Hyderabad, emphasising the party’s enduring popularity and commitment to safeguarding the rights of people of his province.
He said the rally’s massive attendance was a testament to the growing popularity of the PPP. “The people of Hyderabad have once again shown their strength and support for the PPP, sending a clear message to those who are trying to undermine the people’s trust,” he said.
Shah also referred to the party’s unwavering stance on protecting Sindh’s water rights and resources. He recalled that during critical times in the past, such as the controversial proposals for the construction of canals and dams, the PPP was not in power, but the party never backed down from fighting for Sindh’s interests.
“Whenever there was an attack on Sindh’s rights, the PPP was not in power, but we stood firm in defending our land and our resources,” he said. The CM also took a firm stance against the construction of projects like the Kalabagh Dam and Thal Canal, which have been a source of contention in Sindh. “The PPP has always been against such projects that would harm the people of Sindh,” he said.
He also recalled that the late Mohtarma Shaheed Benazir Bhutto had led a powerful protest at Khamo Shaheed to prevent the Kalabagh Dam project from proceeding, ensuring its burial.
He assured the crowd that he PPP would never allow such projects to materialize in the future. The CM did not hesitate to criticise rival political parties, particularly those engaging in artificial protests. “These parties were silent when crucial decisions regarding Sindh’s resources were made, but now they are trying to incite false outrage,” he said. “They were nowhere to be found when critical issues like the canals and dams were being discussed. Today, they speak only to create political noise.”
Reaffirming his commitment to Sindh’s welfare, he said, “The people of Sindh know that if anyone stands firm for their rights, it is only the PPP.” He called on the people to continue supporting the party in its mission to protect Sindh’s interests, especially when it comes to water, land, and resource management.
Shah vowed that the PPP would continue to be the voice of Sindh, standing strong against any attempt to undermine the province’s rights. He said his speech is a reminder that the party remains committed to both provincial and national progress, ensuring that the interests of the people of Sindh are protected at all costs. This rally, held in Hyderabad, reinforced the PPP’s vision of defending the rights of Sindh while promoting inclusive and sustainable development for the future of Pakistan.
