Shaheed Bhutto Foundation commemorates Black Day with calls to protect democracy and constitutional values

By Our Correspondent

The Shaheed Bhutto Foundation has published comprehensive coverage of the Black Day Commemoration, held to remember one of the darkest chapters in Pakistan’s democratic history under General Zia-ul-Haq’s dictatorship.

The event brought together eminent political leaders, journalists, lawyers, academics, civil society representatives, students, and democracy advocates to pay tribute to the sacrifices made for the restoration of democracy, constitutional supremacy, human rights, and the rule of law.

The ceremony featured insightful addresses by Mr. Asif Khan (CEO, Shaheed Bhutto Foundation), Dr. Nasir Hussain Bukhari, Mr. Matiullah Jan, Dr. Tahir Naeem Malik, Mr. Nasir Zaidi, Peer Syed Mudasir, Mr. Khalid Nawaz Bobby, Mr. Usman Farooq Satti, Ms. Zainab Qureshi, Mr. Saqib Shahzad, Ms. Shakeela Waheed, Mr. Sibti Shah Bukhari, and Mr. Malik Asif Mahmood, who reflected on the significance of remembering the democratic struggle against dictatorship and emphasized the importance of safeguarding Pakistan’s democratic institutions and constitutional values.

The official website provides a detailed account of the keynote speeches, photographs, and highlights from the event, reaffirming the Shaheed Bhutto Foundation’s unwavering commitment to promoting democracy, human rights, constitutional supremacy, and democratic awareness among future generations.