Islamabad (Web Desk/Agencies): The 9th anniversary of the heinous terrorist attack on Army Public School (APS) Peshawar, claiming the lives of nearly 150 individuals, is being observed on Saturday across the country today (Saturday).
The ruthless assault on December 16, 2014, orchestrated by militants, resulted in the tragic loss of over 140 lives, predominantly students and teachers.
Nationwide, various activities and events are being held to commemorate the sacrifices of the innocent children.
On this solemn occasion, the entire nation, encompassing its leadership and civil society, pays homage to the martyred children and teachers, acknowledging their profound sacrifices.
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, on the occasion, reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to national, regional, and global peace.
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari described the APS Peshawar massacre as a dark day in the national history, emphasizing that the memory of this horrific bloodshed remained vivid in the minds of every Pakistani.
“We will not forget the martyrs or this tragedy, We stand by the families of victims of terrorism,”, he said.
Drawing on his personal connection as the son of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto, the PPP chief expressed solidarity with the grief-stricken families.
Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi has said Pakistan will defeat the new wave of terrorism with the strength of its state institutions.
In his message on the 9th anniversary of APS martyrs, he said all state institutions, including civil and military leadership, are on the same page to protect homeland and national security.
He said Pakistan is moving towards lasting peace and development.
“We have come a long way to defeat terrorism and our resolve is firm to continue the war against terrorism. He said after the APS incident, all the political parties and organizations got united against terrorism and the national action plan was worked out.
The minister prayed for high ranks of the martyrs of Army Public School and patience to their families.
He also prayed for the martyrs of security forces who sacrificed their lives for peace in the country.