140th birth anniversary of national poet Dr. Allama Iqbal being observed today

140th birth anniversary of national poet Dr. Allama Iqbal being observed today

President Mamnoon urges nation to utilize capabilities for achieving national goals in light of teachings of Allama Iqbal.

The 140th birth anniversary of philosopher poet and the conceiver of idea of Pakistan Allama Muhammad Iqbal is being observed today with national spirit.

Literary, educational, political, social and cultural organizations are arranging special programs across the country to pay homage to the national poet and highlight different aspects of his life and teachings.

In his message on Iqbal Day, President Mamnoon Hussain has urged the nation to utilize their capabilities for achieving the national goals in the light of teachings of Allama Muhammad Iqbal.

He said the summery of Iqbal's poetry is that brave nations fight with devotion and hardworking to meet the challenges.

The President said the government, in past few years, tried to control the difficulties including the challenge of terrorism with dedication and bravery and achieved unprecedented successes.