Pakistan observed a subdued Basant festival on Tuesday, with festivities cancelled in response to the recent terrorist attack in Peshawar’s mosque. The event, which usually attracts millions of revelers, was marred by somberness as the nation grappled with the aftermath of the devastating attack.
In a statement, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz expressed her condolences to the families of the victims and urged citizens to exercise caution during the celebrations. She also appealed to shopkeepers not to overcharge for flying kites and other festive items.
The attack on the mosque in Peshawar has raised concerns about the resurgence of terrorism in the country. The Ministry of Interior has confirmed that the evidence points to a well-planned operation by the Daesh terrorist organization, which was trained in Afghanistan and supported by the Afghan Taliban.
The United Nations has condemned the attack and expressed solidarity with the people of Pakistan in their fight against terrorism. The Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Ali Baqar Najafi, has assured that the Supreme Court will expedite the hearing of cases related to the attack.
Meanwhile, Federal Minister for Interior Rana Sanaullah has confirmed that the evidence suggests that the terrorist was aided by local handlers and that the investigation is ongoing. The police have also recovered a cache of arms and explosives from the suspect.
In other news, former Federal Minister Asad Umar has criticized the Federal Ministry of Energy for unilaterally increasing the prices of electricity. He claimed that the Ministry cannot take any decisions without the approval of the Federal Government.
Federal Minister for Privatization, Muhammad Ali, has clarified that the Ministry of Privatization is not responsible for commercial activities, and that the burden of taxes falls on the working class.
The Pakistani cricket team has also been in the news, with former captain Imran Khan expressing his views on the film industry and its superstars. He also criticized the Indian media for spreading false news.
The film industry has been embroiled in a controversy over a new film, Ghoskhur Pandit, which has been criticized by some sections of society. The film’s producer, Neeraj Pandey, has defended his film, saying that it is a work of fiction.
In Tokyo, Faisal Razza Abbadi has commented on the current situation in Pakistan, saying that Imran Khan’s incarceration is a consequence of his actions. The Afghanistan cricket team has also been in the news, with Rahmatullah Gurbaz being signed by the Peshawar Zalmi team.
In a separate incident, a group of BJP members were reportedly stopped by a shopkeeper named Muhammad Deepak, who claimed that the attackers had mentioned his name while planning the attack. However, no further information is available on this incident.
As the nation mourns the loss of life in Peshawar, the people of Pakistan have come together to condemn terrorism and promote peace. The Basant festival, which is usually a time of celebration and joy, has been transformed into a somber reminder of the country’s ongoing struggle against terrorism.
