Peshawar: Following the suicide bombing at Jamia Dar ul Uloom Haqqania Akora Khattak, which claimed the life of Molana Hamid Ul Haq along with several others, Adviser to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Information, Barrister Dr. Muhammad Ali Saif visited the seminary, where he adressed a gathering of Ulema, Madrassah Students and people from all walks of life. Expressing profound grief, Barrister Saif described Maulana Hamid-ul-Haq as not only a close friend but a brother, with whom he shared a deep and longstanding relationship.
Barrister Dr Saif strongly condemned the attack, stating that it was not just an assault on an individual or a seminary but an attack on Islam itself. He emphasized that such acts of terrorism aim to create fear, sow division, and weaken the unity of the Muslim community. “Our enemies want to instill fear and break our unity, but our response should be one of unwavering faith, strength, and togetherness. We must stand firm against terrorism and demonstrate that their cowardly acts cannot shake our belief or brotherhood,” he asserted.
Representing the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Barrister Saif assured the gathering that the government is fully committed to bringing the perpetrators to justice. “The Chief Minister has directed law enforcement agencies to launch an immediate investigation. We will track down those responsible and ensure they face justice” he affirmed. He also called for the community’s cooperation in supporting the authorities’ efforts.
Barrister Saif urged all political and religious factions to put aside their differences and unite against the menace of terrorism. “This is not a fight against an individual or a political party; this is a fight against those who seek to destroy our faith, our institutions, and our peace. We must stand together, for only through unity can we defeat this evil.”
Reflecting on his recent visit to the seminary, Barrister Saif recalled his meetings with Maulana Hamid-ul-Haq and other scholars, lamenting the sudden and tragic nature of his passing. “Life is unpredictable, and death is the ultimate truth. It is our faith as Muslims that Allah alone decides our time. However, as human beings, we feel pain, loss, and sorrow when we lose those close to us,” he stated.
Concluding his address, Barrister Saif prayed for the martyrs, extended his condolences to their families, and reaffirmed the government’s resolve to protect religious institutions and scholars. “May Allah grant the martyrs a place in Jannat-ul-Firdous, give patience to their loved ones, and heal the injured. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government stands firmly with you in this time of grief.”