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Thousands
of mourners, on the call of the Tehreek-e-Nifaz-e-Fiqh-e-Jafaria
(TNFJ) staged a "Bana-e-La Ilaha Mourning Protest" on Murree Road, Rawalpindi
ISLAMABAD,
February 23:
Thousands of workers from Tehreek-e-Nifaz-e-Fiqh-e-Jafaria
(TNFJ) staged a "Bana-e-La Ilaha Mourning Protest" on Murree Road,
Rawalpindi, led by religious scholars and officials of mourning
organizations. Addressing the protestors, TNFJ Secretary-General
Allama Basharat Hussain Imami stated that imposing restrictions on
mourners and the Azadari i.e. remembrance of Imam Hussain (A.S.) is
a conspiracy to strip the armed forces of their zeal for martyrdom
and an attack on Pakistan’s ideological foundations.
He emphasized that Hussainiyat safeguards the creed of Tawheed and
Risalat, Warning the PMLN government against repeating the mistakes
of past rulers, he condemned the restrictions on religious practices
within four walls and private premises of houses and Imambargahs,
calling them a creation of satanic minds aimed at trapping
governments in turmoil and defaming Pakistan. He stated that history
proves that no power or government can withstand a confrontation
with Hussainiyat because God, His Messenger (PBUH), and Lady Fatima
Zahra (S.A.) themselves have ensured the perpetuity of Azadari e
Hussain (A.S.). He further declared that until the unjust SOPs
restricting the remembrance of Hussain (A.S.) are abolished, they
will not rest in peace. "We will remain steadfast in following the
timeless teachings of Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Moosavi (R.A.) and
will not allow Pakistan to be taken hostage by extremism and
sectarianism," he affirmed. Rejecting any political motives behind
their movement, he stated:
"We do not have a political agenda. We only want to protect our
generations and our beloved country from destruction. We will obey
every command of Allama Hussain Muqaddasi." During the protest
organized on the call of TNFJ chief Allama Hussain Muqaddasi, a
declaration was passed, demanding: The abolition of unconstitutional
restrictions imposed on new Majalis (gatherings), new mourning
processions, and new Imambargahs. The dismissal of FIRs filed
against Sunni and Shia Azadars (mourners of Imam Hussain), scholars,
and organizers of Majalis e Aza. The rejection of any legislation
that contradicts the beliefs of the Shia school of thought. The
declaration demanded elimination of foreign funding for religious
political parties while the Muslim states including Pakistan's
government was demanded to play role in reconstruction of
Jannat-ul-Baqi.
Presenting the declaration, TNFJ Provincial President Allama Baqir
Naqvi reiterated that any law conflicting with Shia beliefs would be
rejected outright while ending Foreign Funding for Religious
Political Parties and ensuring Financial Transparency was demanded
volunteering TNFJ to start with. The declaration further demanded
that all points of the National Action Plan and the Moosavi Peace
Formula Presented in the Supreme Court must be implemented to Stop
Bloodshed from Parachinar to Balochistan.
Strict action must be taken against banned organizations without any
discrimination. The Only Way to Eradicate Extremism Is Through
Hussainiyat and Haideriyat.
The prejudiced Single National Curriculum imposed by the previous
government must be abolished, as It attempted not only to distort
Islamic Law but also to rewrite history. The only solution to the
issues of the oppressed in Kashmir, Palestine, Lebanon, Yemen, and
the Entire Muslim World is Unity. Muslim Rulers Must prioritize the
interests of the Islamic World over their personal gains. This
gathering demands full implementation of the Moosavi-Junejo
Agreement to End the Deprivation of the Shia school of thought.
Immediate action must be taken by Pakistan and other Muslim
Countries to Rebuild the Graves of Lady Fatima Zahra (S.A.) in
Jannat-ul-Baqi and Jannat-ul-Mu’alla. Every Passing day reminds the
Muslim Ummah that Nations that disgrace their benefactors and heroes
ultimately become disgraced themselves. The sanctity of the Shrines
of Ahl ul Bayt (A.S.), the esteemed companions, and Umhaat ul
Momineen (R.A) must be restored.
The Government must not repeat the mistakes of previous rulers that
led to both their political and spiritual downfall. Every sect,
every province, and every ethnic group must be given its
constitutional rights. The case of restrictions on Azadari e Hussain
(A.S.) is being brought before every patriotic individual,
institution, organization, and political party. From the Muslim
League to MQM, ANP, Sindhi Nationalists, and Baloch
Nationalists—From the Chief Justice to all Bar Councils of
Pakistan—From Human Rights Organizations to Labor Unions and
Journalist Associations—From the Chief of Army Staff to Every Police
Officer, we urge that they Join the Voice of TNFJ for eradication of
restrictions on religious rights. This is a matter of Our future
generations and the integrity of Pakistan.
Addressing the protestors, the Deputy Secretary of Tahafuz e Azadari
Action Committee Syed Hassan Kazmi said that we are not afraid of
arrests or martyrdom. We have never abandoned the Azadari e Hussain
even under the worst target killings and suicide bombings, said
Hassan Kazmi. He said that even during barrages of Bullets, We Did
Not let the Flag of Abbas (A.S.) low down. Suicide bombings and bomb
blasts could bot diminish the echo of Hussain’s (A.S.) name. "Our
Wealth Contributed to This Country’s development, and our blood
defended it—We do not want chaos"
"If We Wanted, We Could Shatter these unjust restrictions in a
matter of hours, but we are demanding our rights through
constitutional and democratic means". Our love for our homeland and
peace should not be mistaken for weakness. We could have taken our
protest towards the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, but we value our
Country’s honor and do not want to bring disgrace upon it, he said.
Hassan Kazmi said that we do not wish to please the enemies of our
nation. We follow the path of Moosavi, and the path of Imam Hussain
(A.S.), who removed his Ehraam on 8th Dhul-Hijjah to protect the
Sanctity of the Kaaba and wrote in History That He Did Not Use the
Kaaba as a Shield but Instead Offered His and His Family’s Blood to
Become Its Shield. We Could Have Taken Our Procession towards key
locations just a few minutes away, but we cherish these institutions
and seek to strengthen them by spreading the remembrance of Hussain
(A.S.) and keeping the passion for martyrdom alive for the sake of
our nation. If the remembrance of Hussain (A.S.) is erased, then the
mothers who send their sons to the frontlines for the protection of
the homeland will disappear. Without Hussain’s (A.S.) name, no one
will stand against terrorists with courage. He stressed that without
the legacy of Zainab (S.A.), no sister will take pride in her
brother in uniform. The tradition of honoring the martyrs of our
nation will fade, and the existence of a country established through
the greatest migration and immense sacrifices will be at risk. He
said that we do not want to impose our beliefs on anyone, and we
will not allow any belief to be imposed upon us. The protest was
also addressed by Allama Azhar Abbas Haidery, Chaudhary Mushtaq
Hussain, Zakir Mutee ul Hassan Kazmi besides others. |
