Let’s just face it, how did you feel when thousands and thousands of fearless Pakistanis flocked at the historical Minar-e-Pakistan, when numerous flags swayed to the tunes of hope and countless hands joyously clapped as to mark a new beginning?
For me it was a touching moment indeed. Tingling sensations of love, joy and pride travelled along my spine; there were moments when I silently cried and when I just proudly smiled. When Strings and Shahzad Roy sang, the aura of patriotism their songs created was phenomenal. I could connect to the togetherness, unity and harmony that took hold of everyone there. The air was filled with the spirits of nationalism. It was the re-awakening of Pakistan!
In a long time I felt that we acted as a nation for an event other than cricket, otherwise it’s just world cup and that too if our team decides to play well, that enlivens us. Though the questions remain whether this one display of the desire to bring change can practically lead to a real change, can Imran Khan deliver what he promises today, can things go better for Pakistan and for us? Time will answer them. But for now we can become a catalyst for change and to me one way is by voting for PTI!
I feel happy that atleast Pakistani youth is motivated for an educated government in Pakistan... but at the same time , i am kinda puzzled at Imran K's personality.. he seems over critical and kinda whimsical at times ... people say he dreamt of Shaukat Khanum Hospital and made it possible... but a country's vision is way bigger and much complex than a hospital's ... i wish he opts for a more practical approach than just "taking Talibans hand in hand" and "Americans are idiots!" .. these look good as campaign slogans but not practically possible in today's world.
ReplyDeleteIndeed, I would want a person handling a country like Pakistan, if we gave Zardari a chance, then it sure makes sense to give an educated, sophisticated and a socially blending person to govern the people, .... "ONE GENUINE AND DESERVING LEADER CAN SURE MAKE A DIFFERENCE; A MAN WHO WITHSTANDS HIS VIEW POINT ALWAYS"
ReplyDeleteBeautifully put - it was an absolutely emotional moment for almost everyone. All age groups, all social classes, everyone felt that a true leader had 'arrived'. So many well-educated people attended that rally.
ReplyDeleteI'm all for giving a chance to Imran Khan.
As far as his hospital dream is concerned, "people don't say so" - its a reality. He announced about building Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital at the ceremony of the World Cup Final 1992, which Pakistan won. I still vaguely remember those words. He gathered funds in the coming years, and achieved his vision successfully. How many politicians made their own house, let alone Pakistan's one and only cancer hospital, by their own efforts and contribution?
I am supporting him and my family as well. As he is the last hope for every Pakistani.
ReplyDeleteYesterday my father met the Karachi chapter president of PTI. He was a thorough gentleman, an awesome engineer and not a badmash or a wadera like our usual leaders. My vote is surely going to him come this election.
ReplyDeleteFrom what I see, pretty much EVERYTHING is wrong with Pakistan. All Imran Khan is doing is highlighting those injustices and issues every step of the way. To go about and pass superficial comments about his personality and ways is just plain folly.
ReplyDeleteI'd like to see his critics try and gain the popularity of the masses. Making people come out if their homes totalling to more than 5 lakh people is no joke. Think whatever they want .. Imran Khan is here to stay.