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82 year old tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah Sahab on his 147th birth anniversary from my late father Syed Shahab Uddin Ahmad Sahab.
The following poem (link:-https://www.snayyar.com/in-memory-of-quaid-e-azam-muhammad-ali-jinnah-founder-and-father-of-pakistan.html#sthash.eKbEFA4U.dpbs ) of my late father titled “Jinnah”, was published by Dawn in November 1941 and again on 22 December, 2010.
Brief introduction of my late father:
Syed Shahab Uddin Ahmad Sahab (25 December, 1919 – 13 May, 2000) was a former lecturer of chemistry, Aligarh Muslim University, Principal, Charmical Degree College Rangpur (East Pakistan), Academic Registrar, Rajshahi University (East Pakistan), G.M. Lyallpur Chemicals & Fertilizers Limited (PIDC & NFC) Jaranwala & General Manager (Commercial) National Fertilizers Corporation of Pakistan.

Jinnah

Thou prophet of a brighter dawn,
A glitt’ring jewel in the nation’s crown,
A beacon for the forlorn ship:
Thus Jinnah’s name shall win renown.

Our din that perished in the wilderness
Lo! Now in Whitehall is resounding loud;
Thou spokesman of the Muslim world,
Dispeller of the gath’ring cloud.

Espouse our cause and lead us to the goal
Under your flag to Pakistan,
And surely will we march with you
To make for us a home in Hindustan.

Long live thou Saviour bold!
To teach us freedom, love and amity:
Long live the glory of thy name
To give us faith, discipline, unity.

I think there is no issue at all of democracy or dictatorship, yes no issue, if there is a GENUINE rule of law, which instils fear of law in the hearts and minds of everyone, from top to the bottom.
In this regard, we don’t need to give examples of very old cases.
Just remember that when Quaid-e-Azam was sick and resting in Ziarat, he was very impressed with the caring and nursing of a nurse. So, he asked can he do anything for her. The nurse requested for her transfer to her native place in Punjab, upon which father and founder of the nation told her that this decision, was not in his powers.
Rule of law should be implemented to the core of every matter, irrespective of the status of the person, as enshrined in Islam, as well.
So, I will advise all the intellectuals not to waste their time on the pros and cons of the democracy or the dictatorship, but think on the subject how to devise laws for even more stringent punishments for the poor, on the minutest of the crimes; and how to even MORE protect the rich with amnesties and plea bargains, for the future growth and development of Pakistan, which now means land for rich and the powerful.
Long live the rich and powerful in Pakistan.
Don’t forget that in this democracy, about 30 kids have died in Thar-Parker during the current month of December 2016; and not a soul has moved in the government circles, because the death of kids in these months, are a NORMAL.
We should stop thinking that democracy or dictatorship is only good, till such time it pays for the rich and powerful to get their treatment abroad.
Enough is enough for teeming millions of Pakistan.
No political party including the PTI succeeded in changing the destiny of the poorest of the poor in their respective provinces.
Yes, the federal government has succeeded in substantially reducing the number of poor persons in Pakistan by changing the formula of calculating the poverty status from $2 per day income (which showed that the number of poor in Pakistan were about 12 crore) to $1 per day income. And thus, very callously announcing their success that now in Pakistan, there were only about 5 crore poor living in this land of rich and powerful.
Great achievement, any way.
Our poor don’t know democracy is better than dictatorship or not, but for sure, they know that DEMOCRACY IS THE BEST REVENGE.

An open letter to the Prime Minister.

Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif,

AoA.

Sir,

Somehow, I know without any doubt that whenever, you pray or visit the Holy land for prayers at Khana-e-Kaaba and Masjid-e-Nabvi (SAWW), the well being and glory of Pakistan and its nationals, is always at the center of your heart, while bowing to Allah (ST) for prayers.

I also have a confirmed belief that Allah (ST) has given you the chance to become the Prime Minister of Pakistan for the third time, to take some special task. However, it is up-to you to make your best mental, physical or sincere efforts to achieve that special task, or pass the time in normal routines.

And to enable you to succeed in chosen task for you, Allah (ST) is slowly, but gradually, creating favourable circumstances and golden opportunities. And to see these favours of Allah (ST), one need to have the required vision, rather than the ordinary eyesight.

Here, my mind goes to a famous saying of Helen Keller, quoted as below:

“The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.”

In my humble opinion the mission Allah (ST) wants you to accomplish is the “THE CHANGE FOR GOOD OF THE DESTINY OF PAKISTAN AND ITS RESIDENTS”.

As you may be well aware; and we have seen and observed in our lifetime, the changing of destiny of many countries, which were even worse off than our nation, like China, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Gulf Emirates, Japan, Germany and many European countries completely and 100% devastated and ravaged by the wars.

Sir, your this tenure consists of a period of 5 years or 60 months, out of which 26 months (43+ %) have gone passed and only about 34 months are left.

As they say, better late than never. Still, if you are able to lead the nation to motivate, generate and channelize positive energy of 20 crore population, for rebuilding (by working DAY and NIGHT the remaining man-hours of 34 months can be converted into the man-hours of 68 months), Pakistan as one of the top ten countries of the world.

In this regard, one thing is absolutely clear that the hard work, sacrifices of personal comfort, absolute sincerity, impeccable honesty, elimination of VIP and SIFARISH culture, zero tolerance for (inefficiency, corruption, wastage of natural resources, nepotism and favouritism and no compromise on rule of law) must come from the Prime Minister himself, who should tighten his belt, to become the prime mover of all the engines of growth and development in the country.

We have witnessed in our times many examples of one man leadership of China, Malaysia, Singapore etc., changing the fate of their countries, single handedly.

Obviously, these leaders gave the blue print of their own vision to the next line of leadership, selected PURELY on merit, which was meticulously executed by the lower cadres of leadership.

Mian Nawaz Sharif Sahab, the biggest advantage you posses over those leaders discussed above, is the availability of very fast internet and super computers, which can perform the job of years in days.

Second advantage, which you can obtain is the unconditional cooperation of the entire population, to join your hands in the implementation of the vision of re-building a prosperous and developed Pakistan, if you can assure the nation that you are ready to work with all Pakistanis purely on merit, without any consideration of your relatives or party affiliation.

Third advantage, you will automatically obtain, in the shape of unqualified cooperation from the politicians, Judiciary, civil and military bureaucracy, professionals, businessman, labourers, students and farmers etc., if you can assure them that from now onwards, no appointment or case will be approved without merit. Also you will not disapprove dissent (in the national interest) coming from any level, as happened recently, in the case of a senior police officer, who was taken to task, for the reasons known to all and sundry.

This is necessary because a country of 20 crore population can not be controlled by a PM, CM or ministers. Every Pakistani working in the fields, factories or offices will have to perform his duty as if he was himself the PM of the country. You will have to make 20 crore PM’s who should be delivering their duties only having fear of Allah (ST) and fully abiding the law of the land.

Sir, in support of the completion of your vision (stated above) Allah (ST) has already bestowed Pakistan, with unimaginable and unbelievable advantages of China Pakistan Economic Corridor, reduction in oil prices, the nuclear agreement of Iran with the West and the huge success of operation Zarb-e-Azb shall INSHALLAH, result in huge economic, industrial and social benefits for Pakistan.

Mr. Prime Minister the die is cast for the change of the destiny of Pakistan. The time is waiting for you to grasp with both hands, the golden opportunity of the centuries, by announcing and taking the nation into full confidence, about your next 100 years plan (divided in 20 five years plans) for Pakistan.

Man is mortal his deeds can be immortal.

Kind Regards,

Syed Nayyar Uddin Ahmad

This news is an eye opener for those people who say why Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah carved Pakistan out of India.

Muslims have lowest living standard in India: Govt survey

A TOI Report

NEW DELHI: Among various religious groups, Muslims have the lowest living standard with the average per capita expenditure of just Rs 32.66 in a day, says a government survey.

At the other end of the spectrum, Sikh community enjoys a much better lifestyle as the average per capita spending among them is Rs 55.30 per day, while the same for Hindus is Rs 37.50. For Christians it is Rs 51.43.

“At all-India level, the average monthly per capita expenditure (MPCE) of a Sikh household was Rs 1,659 while that for a Muslim household was Rs 980 in 2009-10,” said an NSSO study titled ‘Employment and Unemployment Situation Among Major Religious Groups in India’.

The average household MPCE is a proxy for income and reflects that living standards of a family.

According to the study, the average MPCE for Hindus and Christians were Rs 1,125 and Rs 1,543, respectively.

The survey said that average monthly per capita consumption at all-India level was Rs 901 in villages and Rs 1,773 in cities. Overall, the average MPCE was Rs 1,128.

Muslims were at the bottom in rural areas, with an average MPCE of Rs 833, followed by Hindus at Rs 888, Christians at Rs 1,296 and Sikhs 1,498.

In urban areas, Muslims’ average MPCE was also the lowest at Rs 1,272 followed by Hindus at Rs 1,797, Christians Rs 2,053 and Sikhs at Rs 2,180.

Quaid related his dream to Allama Usmani, Chaudry Fazl-e-Haque quotes Usmani

Islamabad—As against general impression that the Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah had returned to India from London in end 1934 on persuasion by prominent Muslim leaders, the new evidence proves that the Quaid decided to end his self exile after he dreamt of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) who asked him to go to India and lead the Muslims in their struggle for a separate homeland for the Muslims of South Asia.

During an exclusive interview with Pakistan Observer, former Interior Secretary, Chaudry Fazl-e-Haque, talked about some episodes relating to his meetings with Quaid-i-Azam and Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani who were kind to him for his devotion to the cause of Pakistan.

Chaudry Fazl-e-Haque, now in 90s, who had frequent chances to meet with Quaid-i-Azam and Quaid’s very close associate and confidant, Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani, said that Mr Jinnah had told Allama about his dream, in New Delhi when the Pakistan movement had been launched by the Quaid. The Quaid-i-Azam asked Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani not to mention the dream to anyone during his (Quaid’s) life time.

Chaudry Fazl-e-Haque as a great devotee of Quaid-i-Azam would visit him in New Delhi during 1940s when he was also there. The Quaid though living in Bombay visited the Indian Capital during assembly sessions, meetings with viceroy, party conferences and exchanges of views with Congress leaders. The Quaid was kind to him and met him briefly after his breakfast. It was there that he developed his relationship with Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani who also frequently visited the Quaid in the morning before Mr. Jinnah took up his day,s work.

After the emergence of Pakistan, Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani migrated to Karachi where he had the unique honour of unfurling national flag at the ceremony marking the Independence Day in the presence of the Founder of the State. After the demise of Quaid-i-Azam, Chaudry Fazl-e-Haque who was serving the police department in Karachi, had frequent meetings with Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani. During those meetings the main topic was naturally the personality of the Founder of Pakistan. As both the Allama and Chaudry were highly devoted to Quaid-i-Azam, they would fondly recall moments they had the privilege to have spent with him. During one such meeting between the two, the topic was Return of the Quaid to India in 1934 and his assumption of All India Muslim League’s leadership. When Chaudry Fazl-e-Haque talked about people who as common belief had been, motivated Mr. Jinnah to return to India and assume their leadership, Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani spontaneously reacted saying the reality was something else. And then he narrated an episode, that had never been mentioned by anyone. The Allama said that a couple of years before the emergence of Pakistan, he was discussing something with Mr. Jinnah and there was a reference to his return to India in 1934. When Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani mentioned names of the people who he believed had motivated the Quaid to end his exile, Mr. Jinnah said it was not the correct impression. He told Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani about his dream of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) and said he had returned to India in 1934 on order by the Prophet (PBUH) he loved most.

Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani quoted the Quaid-i-Azam as saying:

“One evening, I was strolling in the lawn of my house in London when I smelt a unique fragrance. First I thought it was temporary phenomenon but the fragrance continued to prevail in the air. I could not understand as to what was the source of that fragrance. I decided to go to sleep. I could not sleep for quite some time. During sleep I saw a holy personality in my dream. The holy personality addressed me: ‘I am Prophet Mohammad (PBUH). I order you to go to India and lead the Muslims to their destiny. After the dream I awoke and started preparation for my return journey to India’.

Though Founder of Pakistan, Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah outwardly looked to be a Westernized man in terms of life-style, he had deep love for the Prophet (PBUH) and the Muslims of South Asia. That was the reason why he had devoted his life and all to the cause of the Muslims and fought relentlessly to attain rights they had been deprived of.

People who have studied various phases of the Pakistan Movement and political career of Mr. Jinnah or those who have had access to Quaid’s associates, are convinced that the Founder of Pakistan took guidance from the Holy Quran and life of the Holy Prophet (PBUH). This scribe has been meeting with such people including the President, Nazriya Pakistan Council (NPC) Trust to have a better understanding of the Pakistan Movement and personality of the man who had emerged as the Sole Spokesman of the Muslims of the sub-Continent. They all agree that the Quaid’s commitment to the cause of the Muslims had no bounds. This scribe came to know that a former senior bureaucrat Chaudry Fazl-e-Haque, during his youth had chances of meeting the Quaid-i-Azam in New Delhi and also Quaid’s close associate Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani.

The testimony given by Chaudry Fazl-e-Haque clearly shows two facts: One that Quaid-i-Azam took up his mission after he was asked to return to India by the Holy Prophet (PBUH) in dream. This also shows his devotion to the Holy Prophet (PBUH). Two: That Pakistan came into being with the blessing of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).

There are several events that indicate Quaid’s love for the Holy Prophet (PBUH). He had selected Lincoln Inn for his study of law in London when he was only a young boy. During the struggle for Pakistan, he on several occasions, stressed that the best role model for the Muslims in every respect is the Holy Prophet (PBUH). He always said that teachings of Islam as provided in the Holy Quran and exemplified by life of the Holy Prophet were relevant for all times and climes.

Link of Pakistan Observer :- http://pakobserver.net/detailnews.asp?id=97440

Jinnah… and Ruttie – Interesting History !  Did you know ???

 After his return to India Jinnah chose Bombay for his residence since he no longer had any interest in Karachi after the demise of his mother. His father joined him there.

 She will be 92 very soon. 

The Cabinet Meeting was to be held – the ADC inquires, “Sir what will be served in the meeting…Tea or Coffee?”
 
Sir (Quaid-e-Azam) looked up and replied sternly…the ADC was taken aback!

“Whichever of the Ministers wish to have tea or coffee should drink it before leaving his home or when he returns home. The Nation’s money is for the Nation and not for the Ministers!”
 After this instruction – as long as he was the Head of the nation …nothing except water was ever served in the Cabinet meetings. 
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Some items amounting to Rs.38.50 had been purchased for the Governor General’s House. He asked for the bill; a few items were purchased on Mohtarima Fatima Jinnah’s request; he gave instructions that the amount was to be deducted from her account. A couple of items were for his own personal use…their amount to be deducted from his personal account. The remaining items for the Governor House, he said, may be charged to the Government. Instructions were issued to check and make sure what may be charged to the government in the future. 
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When the brother of the British Emperor – Duke of Gloucester was going to visit Pakistan – the British envoy requested that he receive him at the Airport. He replied, “if I do so then the British head of state (King) would have to reciprocate when my brother would visit London”.
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Once the ADC placed a Visiting Card before him…he took it and tearing it said, “Tell him not to come here before me, in  future!” the card was his brother’s and his fault..? Printed under the brother’s name was…Brother of Mohammed Ali Jinnah, Governor General Pakistan. 
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During the severe winter of Ziarat, Col. Ilahi Bukhsh offered him a pair of socks. He liked them but inquired about the price. On learning that the price was Rs.2/-, he said the price was high. Col Ilahi Bukhsh replied that “the socks had been purchased from your account” to which the answer was that “even my account is a National trust…the Head of a poor country should not be so extravagant!” With that he rewrapped the socks and returned them to the Colonel. 
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He was impressed with the work of a particular Nurse in Ziarat and asked if he could do something for her. She said that she was from Punjab and all her family were there, she was alone in Quetta; could he could have her transferred to Punjab. He answered rather regretfully, “I am sorry…this is in the hands of the Health Ministry and not the Governor General’s jurisdiction.”
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He ordered a writing table to be installed in his plane…when the File reached the Finance Ministry; the finance minister sanctioned it but sent a written note stating, “The Governor General must ask the Finance Ministry before issuing any such Order”. He gave a written apology and withdrew his previous order.
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There is the incident of the Railway track barrier/gates which is well known. When Gul Hasan (his ADC, later C-in-C Pakistan Army) requested the railway track gates to be opened so that his car may pass over unhindered, his face turned red in anger and he ordered the gates to be shut saying, “If I do not obey rules – who else will!”