Chief Minister Punjab Chaudhry Parvez Elahi in his message on the eve of birthday of the founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah stated that there is no substitute of a blessing like independence and nothing is more precious than independence . CM maintained that as a nation we cannot forget the great gratitude of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah granted on us for breathing as a nation in an independent homeland. Quaid-e-Azam was a great political prudent who entirely altered the course of history by dint of his political acumen and statesmanship. CM complimented that Quaid-e-Azam was the Ghazi of character and oration as well. CM outlined that today is the day to make our self accountability as to which extent we are adhering to the message of Quaid-e-Azam. CM highlighted that if we have to set Pakistan on the path of progress then we will have to follow the teachings of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah in its true spirit. CM remarked that establishment of a welfare society based on forbearance, endurance and tolerance was the dream of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. CM underscored that we can Pakistan a welfare state in real terms by acting upon the teachings and sagacity of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah in letter and spirit CM remarked that the best way to pay homage to Quaid-e-Azam is by setting aside our political and vested interests and create an exemplary environment of unity and solidarity among our ranks as a nation.CM exhorted to make a pledge on this day to utilise all our energies so as to make Pakistan a great nation by acting upon the sayings of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah every inch.