http://www.pakobserver.net/200912/21/Editorial03.asp
Illuminations on the eve of X'Mas WHILE Christian community across the country is busy in arrangements to celebrate the X'Mas in a befitting manner, our Christian brothers and sisters in the Capital organised a major function with lit up of a Christmas Tree and illuminations participated by people from different walks of life. Holding of such functions on the eve of X'Mas is a good and encouraging development and we expect that people in other parts of the country would also join their countrymen belonging to the non-Muslim community in their celebrations. The event in Islamabad indicates that there is now a general keenness to integrate the Pakistani nation. In our view it is in line with the teachings of Islam and vision of Quaid-e-Azam that members of the minority communities are given equal rights so that they feel part of the society and the nation. Otherwise too Pakistani people are large hearted and feel comfortable with non-Muslims as well. Unfortunately there had been some incidents in the past in Southern Punjab and FATA that led to loss of life and property of the minorities yet the Government took immediate steps and those involved in such condemnable acts were apprehended while the affected people were duly compensated. Our Constitution gives equal rights and opportunities to the minorities who are peace loving, patriotic and contributing a lot for the country in all spheres of life. We expect that the on the occasion of X'Mas, our Christian brothers and sisters would be joined by people in large number to add more colour to the celebrations that would give them a sense of pride and satisfaction, help integrate them in the society and at the same time enhance the image of the country in the comity of nations. Monday, December 21, 2009, Muharram 03, 1431 nday, December 21, 2009, Muharram 03, 1431
