Today marks the 87th Allama Iqbal death anniversary. The nation is paying tribute to the legendary philosopher, poet, and visionary. Allama Iqbal, known as the Poet of the East, passed away in 1938. His legacy still inspires millions in Pakistan and around the world.
National Events to Honor Allama Iqbal
On this Allama Iqbal death anniversary, special events, seminars, and poetry sessions are being organized throughout the country. From Lahore to Karachi, Islamabad to Sialkot, educational institutions, cultural forums, and literary societies are hosting sessions to remember Allama Iqbal’s message of selfhood (khudi), unity, and intellectual freedom.
In Lahore, hundreds of people visited Allama Iqbal’s mausoleum, located next to the Badshahi Mosque, to offer prayers and floral wreaths. Special security arrangements were made to facilitate visitors and dignitaries.
Government Officials Pay Tribute on Allama Iqbal Death Anniversary
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued official statements on the Allama Iqbal death anniversary 2025, urging the nation to follow Allama Iqbal’s ideology to overcome modern challenges. They highlighted the need for unity, tolerance, and education in line with Iqbal’s philosophy.
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also remembered Allama Iqbal, calling him a visionary who gave Muslims of the subcontinent the courage to dream of a separate homeland.
Legacy of Allama Iqbal – The Soul of Pakistan
Allama Iqbal, born in Sialkot on November 9, 1877, was not just a poet but a philosopher and political thinker who gave Muslims a sense of identity and purpose. His famous Allahabad address in 1930 laid the foundation for the idea of Pakistan. On this Allama Iqbal death anniversary, his poetry continues to echo through the hearts of the youth, students, and intellectuals.
His message of “Khudi” (selfhood) still stands strong in modern Pakistan, urging individuals to believe in themselves and work towards a better future.
Live Coverage of Allama Iqbal Death Anniversary 2025
TV channels like PTV News, ARY News, and Samaa TV are running special transmission covering the Allama Iqbal death anniversary. Documentaries, mushairas (poetic gatherings), and scholarly talks are highlighting Allama Iqbal’s philosophical contributions.
Social media platforms are also flooded with tributes using trending hashtags like #AllamaIqbal, #IqbalDay, and #AllamaIqbalDeathAnniversary.
Why This Day Matters
This Allama Iqbal death anniversary serves as a moment of reflection for the entire nation. In a time when the youth are looking for direction, Allama Iqbal’s poetry, philosophy, and vision offer timeless guidance. His dream of a separate homeland came true in 1947, and today Pakistan remembers the man who sparked that dream.
