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The Significant Role of Minorities in Pakistan’s Development

Articles , Snippets , / Tuesday, August 19th, 2025

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By Amir Muaan
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Pakistan is a multicultural, multilingual, and multi-religious society. That is why, in his famous speech of 11 August 1947, the Founder of the Nation, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, clearly stated:
“In Pakistan, minorities are free. You are free to go to your temples, your churches, or any other places of worship. You may belong to any religion or caste or creed, that has nothing to do with the business of the State.”
This is the true vision of Pakistan: the foundation of a peaceful, tolerant, and harmonious nation. Following this very principle, every citizen , regardless of religion has, from the very first day, worked with dedication for the progress of Pakistan and has never hesitated to shed their blood when needed for the country’s defense. Pakistan’s minorities have left no stone unturned in proving their loyalty to this land.
Today, this article is dedicated to the tireless efforts and deep patriotism of Pakistan’s minorities. Their number is vast, but here we will mention only a few among them who worked with unmatched commitment for Pakistan’s progress and, in doing so, strengthened its foundations. They proved that the love for Pakistan is a bond shared equally by all its people.
Let us introduce some of these exceptional individuals whose names are inseparable from Pakistan’s history of progress:
1. Group Captain Cecil Chaudhry , Served as a fighter pilot in the 1965 and 1971 wars, showing remarkable bravery in defeating enemy ambitions. Awarded the Sitara-e-Jurat by the Government of Pakistan.
2. Dina Mistri , A distinguished educationist, and in 1951, the first woman teacher to teach English to secondary-level students. She served in the teaching profession for 55 years, enlightening generations with the light of knowledge.
3. Jamshed Mehta , The first elected mayor of Karachi. Also known as the architect of modern Karachi.
4. Jamsheed Marker , Served as a Pakistani diplomat in more countries than any other diplomat in the world, earning him a place in the Guinness Book of World Records. Awarded the Hilal-e-Imtiaz for his services to Pakistan.
5. Jogendra Nath Mandal – Served as Pakistan’s first Law Minister and later as Minister for Kashmir Affairs.
6. Chief Justice Alvin Robert Cornelius , The fourth Chief Justice of Pakistan, remembered as one of the best in the Supreme Court’s history, and awarded the Hilal-e-Pakistan.
7. Justice Rana Bhagwandas , A highly respected figure in Pakistan’s judiciary, known for landmark decisions that are still remembered with honor.
8. J. Salik , A political figure who became the voice of the oppressed, linking politics to the rights of ordinary citizens and advocating tirelessly for human rights.
9. Deepak Perwani , A globally recognized fashion designer who not only brought Pakistan’s fashion industry international acclaim but also took it to new creative heights.
10. A. Nayyar , A legendary singer whose voice became an integral part of Pakistani cinema’s musical history, earning multiple awards.
11. Dr. Fareedon Sethna , A renowned gynecologist who rendered notable services in Pakistan’s medical field.
12. Haricharan Singh , The first Sikh officer to join the Pakistan Army, upholding the flag of loyalty to the nation.
13. Dr. Ruth Pfau , Born in Germany but chose to live in Pakistan to serve leprosy patients. Awarded the Nishan-e-Quaid-e-Azam and Hilal-e-Pakistan for her humanitarian services.
14. Justice Dorab Patel , Former judge of the Supreme Court and former Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court, remembered for his contributions to human rights and as a founding member of the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan.
15. Anil Dalpat – A shining star of Pakistan’s cricket team, who played an important role in many of Pakistan’s victories.
These are just a few names. Beyond them, in every field of life, Pakistan’s minorities work with the same dedication as any Muslim citizen. Pakistan’s history is filled with such shining lights, and no book on Pakistan’s journey would be complete without their mention.
We must acknowledge the efforts of every individual working for Pakistan’s progress, without considering their language, ethnicity, or religion, because every citizen of Pakistan has equal rights. Our minorities are just as Pakistani as the majority population, and it is this unity in diversity that gives Pakistan its unique place in the world and forms the foundation of an enlightened, progressive society.


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