In a passionate speech delivered at Nankana Sahib, former prime minister and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif launched into a fierce critique of the previous government, highlighting his own achievements and pledging ambitious future projects for the region.
Sharif, addressing a fervent crowd, reminisced about his previous term, painting a picture of prosperity and stability. He boasted of ending load-shedding, lowering food prices, and restoring peace in Karachi. He contrasted his record with the current state of affairs, lamenting rising inflation and unemployment, questioning, "Can anyone tell if today's Pakistan is better than Nawaz Sharif's Pakistan of 2017?"
His speech resonated with the audience, who cheered and showered him with declarations of love and appreciation. He expressed empathy for their hardships, pledging to work towards a brighter future. "I can't see you in pain," he declared, "I will be relieved when you get a job and get a home."
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Comparing the present to his time in 2017, Sharif questioned, "Can anyone tell if today's Pakistan is better than Nawaz Sharif's Pakistan of 2017?" He cited concerns over the rising prices of essential commodities and expressed empathy for those grappling with bills and inflation.
The former PM emphasized his commitment to the people, contrasting himself with the "imported prime minister" of the current government. He vowed to build a hospital for heart disease, a college for students, and a state-of-the-art cricket stadium, all while elevating Syed Wala to the status of a model city.
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His promises resonated with the crowd, who chanted slogans in support and waved flags bearing his image. Sharif's speech was a potent mix of nostalgia, criticism, and optimism, leaving a lasting impression on his supporters and injecting fresh energy into his political comeback.
The PML-N supremo vowed to change the existing system, stating, "This fate of the country happened after my departure; this is not acceptable to us. We will change this system, Nawaz Sharif." As he concluded, he made a heartfelt promise to the people, saying, "You have promised me, Nawaz Sharif. I will be relieved when you get a job and get a job."