Alhamra plays role in promoting culture and national identity: ED

LAHORE, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 22nd Mar, 2026) Lahore Arts Council (Alhamra) Executive Director (ED) Muhammad Nawaz Gondal has urged citizens to strengthen national identity, preserve cultural values and remain committed to the ideological foundations of Pakistan.

In his message on the occasion of the Pakistan Day, he said Pakistan Day reminds the nation of the historic Lahore Resolution, when the Muslims of the Sub-continent envisioned a free and sovereign homeland, adding that this defining moment played a pivotal role in shaping the country’s identity.

He noted that in the present rapidly changing global environment, the relevance of this ideology has become even more significant, stressing the need to reinforce core values and intellectual traditions.

The ED said Pakistan’s true strength lies in its rich civilization, vibrant culture, diverse languages, literature and fine arts, which collectively define its unique national character. He highlighted that the Lahore Arts Council (Alhamra) is actively playing its role in preserving and promoting this cultural heritage by providing a platform where various art forms converge, fostering creativity, harmony and national cohesion.

He further emphasized that the youth are the nation’s most valuable asset and called for collective efforts to connect them with their history, culture and identity so that they can carry forward the country’s ideological and cultural legacy to future generations.