Pakistan to keep upholding commitment to peace, says CM

In an interview with a private TV channel, Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah stressed that Pakistan is a peaceful nuclear power, and would continue to uphold its commitment to regional and global peace.

Speaking from the CM House, Shah paid tribute to Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, saying that the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) founder had made Pakistan a nuclear-capable nation. “Despite being a nuclear power, Pakistan has always advocated peace.”

The CM criticised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for levelling baseless and false allegations against Pakistan regarding the Pahalgam incident. He asserted that no responsible nation should even contemplate nuclear warfare, calling such rhetoric “dangerous” and “irresponsible”.

“After the Pahalgam drama, Pakistan extended an offer for transparent investigation, and now India has fallen into its own trap. India is out of options, and is failing to find a face-saving exit. Its propaganda has collapsed.”

Shah praised Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts, noting that the deputy prime minister had effectively presented Pakistan’s stance to the international community. He also commended PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for giving a clear and firm response to India. “India has resorted to such tactics in the past, but this time its attempts have failed.”

Talking about the Indus Waters Treaty, the CM stressed that India cannot unilaterally suspend the agreement. “If India attempts to cut off Pakistan’s water, it will be considered an act of war.”

He further highlighted Bilawal’s role in resolving inter-provincial water disputes. “Thanks to Bilawal’s efforts, water-related issues among provinces have now been settled.” Reaffirming Pakistan’s position, Shah said: “We are a peace-loving nation, but we also know how to defend our homeland.

The Pakistani nation stands shoulder to shoulder with its armed forces. Whenever the country has faced a crisis, the people have always stood firm.” He concluded by noting that a session of the National Assembly has been scheduled, and all the political parties are expected to demonstrate national unity.