"Few individuals significantly alter the course of history. Fewer still modify the map of the world. Hardly anyone can be credited with creating a nation-state. Muhammad Ali Jinnah did all three". Stanley Wolpert
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was born on 25th December 1876. By profession, he was a lawyer but worked as a successful political leader and fought for the rights of Muslims of the sub-continent. From 1913 until Pakistan's independence on 14th August 1947, Quaid- e-Azam worked as the leader of the All-India Muslim League: He was Pakistan's first Governor-General. He was a leader who, instead of raising swords, used the weapons of unity, faith and discipline to achieve his goal. It seems like God created him for this purpose only.
He led a meaningful life, had a multifaceted personality and had numerous achievements in other domains. In fact, he excelled in a variety of roles, including: one of the greatest legal minds India produced in the first half of the 20th century; an "Ambassador of Hindu-Muslim unity; a great constitutionalist, an eminent parliamentarian; a top politician; an unyielding freedom fighter, a vibrant Muslim leader; a political strategist and, most importantly, one of the greatest nation- builders of our time. But what makes him so exceptional is that, while other similar leaders took over traditionally well-defined nations and/ championed their cause or helped them achieve freedom, he founded a nation out of an impoverished minority and provided a cultural and national home for it.
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah inspired the World in general and South Asia in particular through his charismatic and visionary leadership. As a statesman, the Quaid led the constitutional struggle that culminated in the creation of an independent homeland for the Muslims of the Sub-Continent. The Freedom Movement is a living testimony of the political insight and sagacity of Quaid-e-Azam who adhered to the ideals of democracy and rule of law.
Unfortunately, the Quaid left for his heavenly abode soon after the creation of Pakistan. The founder of Pakistan was laid to rest on September 11, 1948. We have to continue to strive for making our country a place where people live with freedom, dignity and honor, as envisioned by the Quaid. Let us reaffirm on this day that we will devote our energies in individual and collective capacities for the betterment of our State and Society. The best way to pay tribute to the Father of the Nation is to adhere to the principles of Unity, Faith and Discipline, and to carry forward the Quaid's legacy in letter and spirit towards making Pakistan a developed and prosperous country. Jinnah dedicated his entire life to the struggle for a separate homeland for Muslims. He will always be remembered for his great vision and
highest standard of leadership.
On 75th Death Anniversary of Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Pakistan Post is issuing the Commemorative Postage Stamp of Rs.75/- denomination & Souvenir sheet of Rs. 100/- denomination on September 11th, 2023.
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