Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari has called for renewed commitment to protecting and promoting the country's diverse mother languages. In his message on International Mother Language Day, he emphasized the importance of linguistic diversity as a source of strength and a foundation for inclusive national development.

According to Radio Pakistan, Pakistan is home to a rich tapestry of languages including Punjabi, Pashto, Sindhi, Balochi, Seraiki, Brahvi, Hindko, Shina, Balti, Burushaski, Wakhi, and Hazargi, reflecting centuries of shared history and cultural exchange. The President underscored the practical importance of mother tongues in education and daily life.

He highlighted that language is more than a medium of speech; it shapes how communities remember their past, organize social life, and understand the world around them.