On the call of Ameer of TLP, Hafiz Saad Hussain Rizvi, widespread protest demonstrations erupted across various cities in Pakistan. Prophethood Ruling These protests were against what the TLP deems an un-Islamic judicial decision in the Qadiani Mubarak Sani case.
The cities witnessing these protests included Lahore, Karachi, Hyderabad, Quetta, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Peshawar, Abbottabad, and others.
Major Demonstration in Lahore Prophethood Ruling
Hafiz Saad Rizvi spearheaded a significant protest in Lahore outside the Shimla Hill Press Club. Key figures in attendance included:
Vice Ameer Pir Syed Zaheer-ul-Hasan Shah Prophethood Ruling
Central leader Allama Ghulam Abbas Faizi
Allama Farooq-ul-Hasan Naqshbandi
Sajad Saifi
Hafiz Hafeez-ur-Rehman
Divisional President Siddiq Rizvi
District Ameer Usman Muzaffar Naqshbandi
Qari Jamil Sharqpuri
Syed Khurram Riaz Shah
Members of the trader wing and legal commission
A large number of dedicated workers
Speeches and Key Messages
In his address, Hafiz Saad Rizvi emphasized their commitment to both maintaining national peace and protecting the sanctity of the finality of Prophethood. He declared:
“We will not let the peace of the country be destroyed, but we will also not allow any attack on the finality of Prophethood. All members of the assembly are asleep on this issue. Now, we will not call for a sit-in; we will besiege the Supreme Court. This is our last warning.”
Leaders’ Statements Prophethood Ruling
In Sahiwal, leaders spoke at Jogi Chowk, urging the judiciary and institutions to be mindful of the sensitivities surrounding the finality of Prophethood. They called for a severe and sober consideration of the issue, highlighting its critical importance to the Muslim community.
Historical Context and Legal Amendments
From 1953 to 1973, approximately 10,000 Muslims were martyred in defense of the finality of Prophethood law. This historical context underscores the deep-rooted significance of the law to the Muslim population in Pakistan. The law is now being challenged by amendments that, according to TLP, allow Qadianis to promote their beliefs, which they see as a direct attack on Islamic principles.
Protests in Tehsil Chichawatni Prophethood Ruling
Under the leadership of provincial leader Umair Saleem Rizvi, TLP Tehsil Chichawatni organized a rally. Key participants included:
Mufti Qamar Shehzad Saifi
Allama Akmal Faridi
Allama Ghulam Hassan
Azeem Saleem Rizvi
Dr. Amanat Dogar
Shahid Imran Owaisi
A large number of TLP workers
The speakers, addressing the crowd outside the Press Club, firmly rejected the Supreme Court’s decision.
Narowal District Demonstration Prophethood Ruling
In Narowal District, the rally and demonstration were led by Patron Pir Shahid Hussain Shah in front of the National Press Club. The speakers issued a stern warning that if the Supreme Court does not retract its recent decision regarding the finality of Prophethood, they will initiate nationwide protests, potentially shutting down the entire country. Present at the demonstration were candidates from constituencies PP 57 and PP 58, Akhtar Manj and Rana Amanullah Khan, along with other leaders.
summary
The protests orchestrated by Tehreek Labbaik Pakistan underscore the intense emotions and deep-rooted convictions held by many in Pakistan regarding the finality of Prophethood. Hafiz Saad Hussain Rizvi’s call to action has mobilized thousands, reflecting widespread discontent and the potential for significant civil unrest if the judicial decision is not revisited. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether a resolution can be found or if the nation will witness further escalation of these protests.
