MNA Sehar Kamran, on the 98th birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Awam Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, paid glowing tribute to the visionary founder of the Pakistan Peoples Party. She said Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was a true people’s leader, who for the first time in the history of the country, awakened the masses to their rights and empowered them with a voice, earning him the eternal title of “Quaid-e-Awam” through his unwavering service.

MNA Kamran praised Bhutto’s bold restoration of Pakistan’s global honor after the 1971 war, fearlessly championing the nation at the United Nations and beyond. Rising in a time of crisis, he guided Pakistan toward progress, self-reliance, and unshakeable dignity.

MNA Sehar Kamran stated that Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s monumental contributions and selfless sacrifices will illuminate history forever. From pioneering Pakistan’s nuclear program to fortify the nation’s defense, to delivering a democratic, unanimously approved Constitution that stands as the bedrock of our federation, his legacy is etched in golden letters. Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto will forever be revered as one of the greatest leaders who devoted his life to Pakistan, with his visionary footprints eternally enshrined in the hearts of the people, she added.

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has announced that the 98th birth anniversary of its founder and great public leader, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, will be celebrated with enthusiasm, passion, and wide public participation across the country on January 5.

According to the Secretary General of Pakistan Peoples Party, Mr. Muhammad Humayun Khan, commemorative events will be organized at all district headquarters nationwide. In this regard, directives have already been issued to all district organizations of the party to arrange befitting and dignified anniversary programs in their respective areas.

Mr. Humayun Khan stated that the celebrations will include cake-cutting ceremonies, rallies, and public gatherings, during which rich tributes will be paid to Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto for his historic national, democratic, and pro-people services.

He emphasized that Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was not merely an individual, but a philosophy, a vision, and a symbol of the struggle for the rights of the people. His commitment to democracy, supremacy of the Constitution, public sovereignty, and labor- and farmer-friendly policies reshaped the political direction of Pakistan.

The Secretary General further said that the mission of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto remains the central pillar of Pakistan Peoples Party’s politics, and the party leadership and workers will continue their struggle for the protection of public rights and the establishment of true democracy in the country by following his thoughts and ideals.

Nayyer Bukhari said that, the security and stability of our homeland are indeed more precious than life itself. To achieve a stable and strong Pakistan, we must prioritize national unity and solidarity.

Let us pledge to work towards ensuring equal constitutional, economic, and human rights for every citizen. I am proud to reflect on the achievements of 2025, including the parliamentary coalition government’s successes and Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s efforts in highlighting Pakistan’s position on the global stage.

The passing of the 27th Constitutional Amendment and the establishment of the Federal Constitutional Court are significant milestones.

As we look ahead to 2026, I hope it will be a year of economic improvement, national development, and public prosperity. We must strive for the supremacy of the Constitution, respect for Parliament, and the narrative of democracy.

Let us work together to end the trends of division and chaos, and focus on practical steps to address inflation and unemployment.

The state and government must prioritize providing basic facilities, education, health, and housing to all citizens.

To those who have lost their loved ones, martyrs of democracy, and flood victims, may you have peace.

I wish a happy New Year to every Pakistani .May 2026 bring peace, prosperity, and progress to our beloved Pakistan.

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has extended New Year greetings to the people of Pakistan, expressing hope that 2026 will usher in peace, reconciliation, political stability and shared prosperity for the nation.

According to the message issued by the Media Cell Bilawal House, the PPP Chairman said that while the outgoing year brought challenges, it also reaffirmed Pakistan’s unity and resilience. He paid rich tribute to the valour of the Pakistani armed forces for inflicting a humiliating defeat on the enemy during the Indo-Pak conflict in May 2025, saying that the victory protected national sovereignty and strengthened the bond between the people and their defenders.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said the New Year must be dedicated to dialogue, reconciliation and healing, as political stability is the foundation of economic recovery, development and public welfare. He stressed that nations progress when differences are resolved through democratic institutions.

Reaffirming the PPP’s unwavering commitment to democracy, constitutional supremacy and social justice, he said the Party continues to follow the vision of Quaid-e-Awam Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto—a vision centred on people’s power, dignity and equality.

He expressed confidence that unity and collective resolve will lead Pakistan towards a peaceful, prosperous and progressive future, wishing the nation a hopeful New Year 2026.

President Asif Ali Zardari offered Fateha for the departed soul of former Provincial Minister Syed Qabool Muhammad Shah, along with the sons of the deceased.

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has once again reaffirmed his vision of establishing world-class educational and healthcare institutions in every district, underscoring that access to quality health and education is not a privilege but a fundamental right. Emphasising the pivotal role of doctors and paramedics, he called upon healthcare professionals to align themselves with the Sindh government’s modern public health system and to stand at the forefront of the struggle to protect citizens’ right to life, dignity, and compassionate medical care.

According to the press release issued by the Media Cell Bilawal House, Chairman PPP attended the convocation ceremony of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University (SMBBMU) Larkana as chief guest, alongside Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah. Expressing his pleasure at visiting one of Sindh’s leading medical institutions, he said, “I stand before you at a university that carries a name which is not merely a memory, but a promise — a promise of courage, compassion, and an unshakable belief in the dignity of human life.” Recalling Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto’s vision, he said that when she spoke of health, she spoke of justice, because a society that denies healthcare denies its people their most basic right — the right to live with dignity.

Addressing the graduates, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that Larkana is not just a city but a symbol of resistance against injustice, belief in democracy, and service to the common people. He urged the newly qualified doctors to ensure that their education never distances them from the poor patient, the anxious mother, or the forgotten child, and commended the faculty and administration for not only teaching medicine but shaping character.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari pointed out that following the transfer of powers under the 18th Constitutional Amendment, the PPP’s provincial government placed the public healthcare sector among its top priorities in Sindh and made substantial investments to strengthen it. He said that in 2015, the NICVD hospital was devolved to Sindh, after which, through the efforts of the provincial government, the institution has now become a global example in the treatment of cardiac diseases. He further said that similarly, the provincial government partnered with SIUT and expanded the institution across various districts. “Its centres are operational in Sukkur and Karachi, and recently I also inaugurated its new building. The tireless efforts of Dr. Adeeb Rizvi are evident to all, and together with him we have taken this exemplary institution across Sindh. Our endeavour is to extend this facility to even more districts,” he added.

Highlighting the outstanding performance of the PPP’s provincial government in the public health sector, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari further said that, like NICVD and SIUT, NICH has also emerged as an unparalleled institution of its kind. He said that previously it was only a single federal institution for paediatric care, but following initiatives taken by the provincial government, four centres are now operational in Karachi alone, while facilities for paediatric treatment and intensive care are also being provided in Nawabshah, Jamshoro, Sukkur, and now Larkana as well. He said that under a public–private partnership with the Child Life Foundation, the Sindh government has established emergency services and emergency rooms for children in all districts of the province. “Our resolve is to establish similar high-quality institutions in every district of Sindh,” he added. Paying tribute to former Chief Minister of Sindh, Syed Qaim Ali Shah, Chairman said that the hospital established during his tenure in Gambat tehseel of Khairpur district, due to its state-of-the-art facilities, is in no way inferior to modern hospitals in the country’s major cities. 

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that there remains considerable scope for improvement in Sindh’s educational institutions. “Historically, I would like to remind that before the creation of Pakistan there was only one university in Sindh — Sindh University. From 1947 to 2008, a total of 16 universities were established in the province. Today, since 2008, the total number of universities in Sindh has risen to 30,” he said.

Chairman further said that after 2017–18, when the federal government reduced funding for the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Sindh remained the only province to shoulder this burden and continue supporting its universities. He said that the Sindh government’s objective is to ensure that every district has at least one university campus, and ideally a full-fledged university, so that youth in remote areas can access higher education and underdeveloped regions are provided with opportunities for progress.

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari inaugurated state-of-the-art, fully equipped intensive care units for children and newborns under the Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology (SICHN) in Larkana. The advanced facility, furnished with modern medical technology, will provide free, high-quality critical care to infants and children, benefiting not only the people of Larkana but also patients from adjoining districts of Punjab and Balochistan.

According to the press release issued by the Media Cell Bilawal House, the PPP Chairman visited the neonatal intensive care units, where he reviewed in detail the modern, high-quality and completely free medical facilities being provided to newborns and children. On the occasion, PPP Sindh President Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, Provincial Health Minister Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho, provincial ministers, members of the assembly, and other leaders and dignitaries were also present.
After the inauguration, speaking to the media, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that under the 18th Constitutional Amendment, the PPP government in Sindh has worked extensively to fulfil its responsibilities in the public health sector. He said the Sindh government has not only improved facilities like the NICVD but has also strengthened and expanded the reach of the National Institute of Child Health (NICH). He added that four such facilities are now operational in Karachi, while NICH centres have also been established in Larkana, Nawabshah, Sukkur and Jamshoro. He pointed out that the work being carried out by the Sindh government in the field of child healthcare has no parallel in other provinces, nor can they compete with Sindh in this sector.

Chairman PPP said that alongside the NICH initiatives, collaboration with the Child Life Foundation has led to a significant reduction in maternal and child mortality rates in Sindh. He noted that before the formation of the PPP government, Sindh had the highest maternal and child mortality rates in the country, but as a result of the PPP government’s measures, the province has now witnessed the greatest decline in these indicators. He said the Sindh government would continue to expand the NICH network by including more districts every year to address a major public need.

He said providing free, world-class medical facilities to the people is the core philosophy of the PPP. Emphasizing the point again, he said the country is facing conditions akin to a purchasing power crisis, where it has become difficult for the “Aam Admi” to meet basic needs from his salary. He said the PPP is striving to introduce government-level measures that can ease the economic burden on ordinary citizens.
Responding to a journalist’s question about the country’s current economic situation, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that if the test is that the government has saved Pakistan from default, then undoubtedly the situation is better than default. However, he added, it is also a fact that the cost of food items, household expenses, children’s education and healthcare have gone beyond the purchasing power of the common man.
In reply to another question, he said his party’s approach to the privatization of state-owned institutions differs from that of other parties. He said the Sindh government’s public-private partnership (PPP) model has proven to be the most successful. He added that if the federal government wants to effectively address the economic crisis, particularly the issue of fiscal space, public-private partnerships can play a crucial role.

Elaborating further, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said the federal government should seriously consider this aspect and learn from the successes of the Sindh government’s public-private partnership model, which has not only proven effective but has also received international recognition. He said the Sindh government’s PPP model has been ranked sixth in the region by the renowned international publication The Economist magazine, which is evidence that this model can also be implemented at the federal level and in other provinces.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said he was grateful to Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif and Prime Minister Mian Shehbaz Sharif for sending a delegation to Garhi Khuda Bakhsh on the occasion of the 18th martyrdom anniversary of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto. He said the meeting was solely in connection with the anniversary, and no political discussions or talks on any other matters took place.
Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that even in his address the previous day on the martyrdom anniversary of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, he had spoken strictly in accordance with her ideology and manifesto. Continuing his remarks, he said that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto’s political message was rooted in reconciliation, and that Pakistan today needs the same approach more than ever. He said reconciliation was the core philosophy of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, and that President Asif Ali Zardari played the most significant role in translating this philosophy into practice. He added that President Zardari enjoys the trust of the entire country for his ability to act as a unifying force and promote political reconciliation.

The PPP Chairman said that if politics is pursued through extremism, then there should be no complaints about a harsh reaction in response. He said attacks on national institutions in reaction to arrests or legal proceedings are unacceptable. Referring to the PPP’s experience and history, he said his clear suggestion is that PTI should abandon politics of extremism and bring its politics back within the democratic framework. He added that this decision would be better for PTI, its workers and for the overall democratic politics of the country, and that its positive impact would be felt across Pakistan.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari urged all political parties to undertake electoral reforms before the next general elections to ensure that future polls are free of controversy. He pointed out that even in the recent by-elections in Punjab, contesting candidates and the media have raised concerns. He stressed that legislation is unavoidable to restore public trust in the electoral process, including the Election Commission. He added that the writing on the wall is clear that general elections are not going to be held anytime soon.

Secretary General of the Pakistan Peoples Party, Muhammad Humayun Khan, in his message on the death anniversary of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, stated that she was a shining symbol of the struggle for democracy, supremacy of the Constitution, and the rights of the people. He said that Shaheed Mohtarma made unparalleled sacrifices for the establishment of peace and democratic stability in the country.
He said that Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto waged an exemplary struggle against dictatorship and proved, by sacrificing her life, that democracy is the only solution to Pakistan’s challenges. The core of her politics was public service, strengthening the federation, protection of minorities, and the empowerment of women.
Muhammad Humayun Khan said that Shaheed Mohtarma’s vision was of a Pakistan where the rule of law prevails, institutions are strong, and every citizen enjoys justice and equal rights without discrimination. He added that in order to overcome the challenges currently facing the country, it is imperative to follow the thoughts and principles of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto.
He further stated that under the leadership of Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the party will continue to carry forward the mission of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto and will persist in its struggle for the strengthening of democracy, establishment of peace, and protection of the people’s rights.
He concluded by saying that the party renews its pledge that the sacrifices of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto will never be forgotten, and the struggle will continue until the establishment of a democratic, peaceful, and prosperous Pakistan.

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said that providing free, world-class healthcare to all citizens—without discrimination of colour, race or religion—lies at the heart of the PPP’s manifesto. He said that his party’s government in Sindh has built a sustainable public healthcare network that is no longer measured against other provinces, but benchmarks itself against global standards.

According to the press release issued by the Media Cell Bilawal House, the PPP Chairman inaugurated the newly constructed state-of-the-art building of the Indus University Hospital, developed with the support of the Government of Sindh, and said that inaugurating this landmark project on Christmas Day carried deep symbolic meaning. “All religions teach us compassion and the duty to care for the poor, the sick and the most vulnerable segments of society,” he said. He added that the PPP government in Sindh remains committed to providing world-class healthcare facilities to the people without discrimination of any kind, emphasizing that care for the underprivileged lies at the very core of the PPP’s political philosophy. “Roti, Kapra aur Makaan is not merely a slogan; it is a manifesto, an ideology and a way of life. We believe it is the fundamental responsibility of the state to protect and uplift the poor,” he said.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that since the PPP assumed the reins of the Sindh government, the province’s healthcare system has undergone a transformative change. “We are no longer competing with other provinces; we are competing on a global scale,” he said. He praised the Indus Health Network and other partners of the Government of Sindh for their invaluable contributions to the health sector, and emphasized that these partnerships must be further expanded to extend world-class healthcare facilities to people living in underserved and remote areas. He said that through collaboration with institutions such as the Indus Hospital, SICVD, SIUT, the Child Welfare Foundation and NICH, the Sindh government has built a comprehensive and sustainable public healthcare network across the province.

Highlighting achievements in cardiac care, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that whenever heart treatment is discussed internationally, the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) is cited as a global model, being the world’s largest hospital providing free cardiac care. He pointed out that the advanced medical facilities available free of cost at the hospital in the small Sindh tehsil of Gambat are still unavailable even in major cities like Lahore.

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, provincial ministers, members of the assembly, and other political and social figures were also present on the occasion.

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has extended warm Christmas greetings to the Christian community in Pakistan and across the world, reaffirming his unwavering commitment to religious harmony, equality and the protection of minority rights.

According to the press release issued by the Media Cell Bilawal House, the PPP Chairman said in his message that Christmas embodies the universal values of love, compassion, sacrifice and forgiveness—principles that transcend faiths and borders and bind humanity together. He pointed out that Pakistan was founded on the principle of equal citizenship, where people of all religions are entitled to live with dignity, security and freedom, a promise enshrined in the 1973 Constitution.

Paying rich tribute to the Christian community, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari acknowledged their invaluable contributions to Pakistan’s progress, particularly in the fields of education, healthcare, public service and national development. “On this sacred occasion, we renew our pledge to stand shoulder to shoulder with our Christian brothers and sisters and to work for a Pakistan where every citizen feels safe, respected and valued,” he concluded.