KARACHI: A meeting of Shura Hamdard Karachi focused on topic of ‘Respect Constitution’. Meeting was chaired by Sadia Rashid National President of Shura Hamdard. Former Justice (retd) Barrister Khawaja Navaid Ahmed was invited to deliver speech.

Sadia Rashid highlighted significance of establishment of Shura Hamdard by late Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said, with aim of fostering intellectual growth and development within nation. This gathering marked first event following passing of esteemed former Speaker Justice (retd) Haziq-ul-Khairi. Additionally, Sadia Rashid announced that former Sindh Governor General (retd) Moinuddin Haider has been elected as new Speaker by Shura members, following process of thoughtful deliberation.

Moinuddin Haider expressed his gratitude for being chosen to hold this esteemed position. He fondly recalled his experiences with late Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said, truly remarkable figure and an embodiment of an ideal Pakistani personality. Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said served as practical example of how Pakistani nation should be. He displayed genuine compassion as human being and unwavering dedication as patriot.

Regarding topic at hand, Moinuddin Haider emphasised criticality of Constitution and rule of law within state. He highlighted that absence or lack of control over these fundamental pillars gives rise to multitude of social, linguistic, economic and religious challenges. Constitution and law serve as binding forces, unifying all components of state.

Khawaja Naveed Ahmed stressed that when ruling class or broader society holds law in high regard, it signifies well-being of that society as whole. Moral conduct exhibited by those in positions of power has profound impact on entire social fabric. Conversely any form of disregard for laws and judiciary gradually fosters an atmosphere of fearlessness and perilousness among populace. This leads to dangerous trend where individuals feel entitled to take law into their own hands and openly flout its mandates. Regrettably, act of breaking law, regardless of scale or social standing has become ingrained in collective mindset of our society.

Zafar Iqbal said implementation of Constitution rests upon educated segment of society, facilitated by state institutions specifically established to ensure comprehensive enforcement of law. It is imperative that institutions remain dedicated to their intended purpose and must not be utilised by influential people for personal gain, as such practices undermine effectiveness of constitutional governance.

Published in The Daily National Courier, May, 26 2023

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