M.A. Jinnah -- Dr. S. Mohammad Alam -- All India Muslim League -- Shahidgunj Mosque Case | Maulana Abdul Qadar -- Lahore -- Muslim Politics -- 1936

This correspondence provides valuable insight into the intersection of legal and political activities during the Muslim mobilization period in pre-partition India. The letter demonstrates how prominent Muslim professionals like Dr. Alam balanced their legal practice with political commitments to the Muslim League cause. The reference to the Shahidgunj Mosque Case highlights the significance of religious symbols in mobilizing Muslim political consciousness, while the coordination between legal and political leaders shows the multi-faceted approach to community advancement. The document reflects the growing organizational strength of the Muslim League under Jinnah's leadership and the network of supporters he cultivated across different professions and regions. SCANNED BY: NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF PAKISTAN.

Subject: Miss Fatima Jinnah | East Pakistan floods 1954 | Central Flood Relief Committee | Flood relief distribution

Date of publication: 1954

Language: English

Page: 0.875

Source: National Archives of Pakistan

Serial no: 28806

Keyword: Fatima Jinnah -- East Pakistan floods -- Punjab floods -- Central Flood Relief Fund | Miss Fatima Jinnah -- East Pakistan floods 1954 -- Central Flood Relief Committee -- Flood relief distribution | Government of Pakistan -- Cabinet Secretariat -- File and Newspaper Clippings

Abstract: Miss Fatima Jinnah’s seven‑day visit to East Pakistan as Chairman of the Central Flood Relief Committee. On arrival in Dacca, she brought “abundance of sympathy, goodwill and love” from West Pakistan. She visited relief centres in Dacca, Narayanganj, Comilla, Rangpur (Kurigram), and Mymensingh (Madhupur, Ghatail, Pakutia), personally distributing thousands of sarees, lungis, vests, and other cloth. She addressed large crowds, praising the people’s courage and fortitude, urging unity, and quoting Quaid‑i‑Azam’s message: “Work, work and more work is needed.” She announced that Rs. 14 lakhs had been earmarked for rehabilitation and educational institutions, and formed a seven‑member Regional Flood Relief Committee under her chairmanship (Justice Ameeruddin, Vice‑Chairman; M. Rashid, Secretary; G.M. Adamjee, Sadri Ispahani, Ahmed Dada, G.A. Faruqi, Yahya Khan Chaudhry).

Description: This file contains a government file cover and newspaper clippings from October 1954 documenting Miss Fatima Jinnah’s tour of flood‑ravaged East Pakistan. She distributed relief goods, addressed massive crowds, and called for unity and hard work. She announced the formation of a Regional Flood Relief Committee and outlined plans for rehabilitation, education, and import of supplies. The clippings capture her role as a national leader bringing moral and material support to flood victims. SCANNED BY: NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF PAKISTAN.

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