Remembering the APS Massacre

Flawed State Policies

Today, we honor the memory of the innocent martyrs of the APS Peshawar tragedy, whose lives were brutally taken away in an act of senseless violence. Each child and teacher who perished left behind dreams unfulfilled, families shattered, and a nation forever grieving. Their loss reminds us not only of the horrific price of extremism but also of the consequences of flawed policies that failed to safeguard our future generations.

The violence in Waziristan and other conflict-ridden areas, compounded by misguided state policies in the war on terror, created the conditions that culminated in this unspeakable tragedy. By prioritizing military actions over genuine peace-building, we neglected the voices and lives of our own people, allowing the seeds of extremism to take root. This neglect came at a devastating cost, paid by the blood of our children and educators.

To the martyrs, we promise: your sacrifice will not be forgotten. Your loss is a painful reminder that our nation must never repeat the mistakes that led to such heartbreak. Let us work towards a Pakistan where peace triumphs over war, and justice and compassion replace violence and neglect.

May your souls rest in eternal peace, and may we, as a people, honor your memory by building a nation that truly values the lives of its citizens above all else.