DG ISPR Visits King Edward Medical University, Stresses National Unity

LAHORE: The Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) visited King Edward Medical University Lahore to highlight national unity, interfaith harmony and the positive role of minorities in Pakistan.

He took part in a special session with university students and faculty members. Matters discussed included national security, national identity, the importance of freedom, and the rights and opportunities available to minorities in Pakistan.

During the session, Dr Mampal Singh, Pakistan’s first Sikh doctor, warmly welcomed the DG ISPR and expressed his deep love for, attachment to and pride in Pakistan.

Dr Mampal Singh said, “My sardari comes from Pakistan, and I am proud to be a Pakistani.” He said that the true value of freedom should be asked of those who do not have it.

He said the facilities and development opportunities available to minorities living in Pakistan are proof of the country’s beauty and generosity of spirit. He said Pakistan has given them respect, identity and the Tamgha-i-Imtiaz, which is a source of pride for them.

Dr Mampal Singh said that he and other Pakistanis have always stood shoulder to shoulder with the armed forces and will continue to stand alongside the Pakistan Armed Forces in defending the country and its security.

The session emphasised the message of national unity, mutual respect, religious tolerance and unwavering love for Pakistan. Participants stressed that the real strength of Pakistan lies in the unity of all its citizens, their mutual respect and their shared attachment to the homeland.