The way state institutions are being criticized is unfortunate. State institution like Army, Judiciary and Para-military Forces are symbol of national pride and guarantee of our security, integrity and prosperity. The fact is not denying that there may have been some differences with the policies of the government but the difference between state and the government cannot be and should not be over ruled or side stepped. One may criticize the government; one may even use critical language and to some extent harsh stone against the government but when it comes to the state one should be more careful, careful and composed. Altaf Hussain and MQM enjoy the public support at Karachi therefore its duty of MQM to help state institution in cleansing the city from criminals and murderers. What state institutions are doing in Karachi is un-doubtedly a great service to the county. We must not ignore the fact that they are operating under the orders and desire of the democratic government, Army should be given the respect it deserve. It reflects our national pride. Army is custodian of our ideological and geographical boundaries. No attempt should be made in this fashion to criticize the Army.
It is good gesture that Altaf Hussain has apologized. The most significant step in this episode is appraisal of this apology of Altaf Hussain by none other than the Prime Minister himself. Prime Minister also said that apology is a good gesture but one should be more careful while talking on the issues of national security. The Prime Minister was on the dot.