A routine session of the Punjab Assembly turned into a topic of political discussion after a PML-N lawmaker suggested that Nawaz Sharif’s image should appear on Pakistan’s Rs5,000 currency note alongside the portrait of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
The proposal was put forward by PML-N member Arshad Malik during a recent assembly session, where he argued that Nawaz Sharif deserves national recognition for his contributions to Pakistan’s development and economic growth. The suggestion quickly attracted attention from lawmakers, political observers, and social media users.
While addressing the assembly, Malik said that Nawaz Sharif had played a significant role in advancing infrastructure projects, economic reforms, and modernization efforts during his time in office. According to him, these achievements make Nawaz Sharif worthy of being honored on one of the country’s highest-denomination banknotes.
The lawmaker stated that placing Nawaz Sharif’s portrait alongside Quaid-e-Azam on the Rs5,000 note would serve as a symbol of appreciation for his services to the nation. His remarks came amid ongoing debates about the contributions and legacies of Pakistan’s political leaders.
However, no official move has been announced regarding any changes to Pakistan’s currency design. Neither the federal government nor the State Bank of Pakistan has indicated plans to alter existing banknotes or introduce new portraits on the national currency.
Currently, all Pakistani banknotes prominently feature Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan. His image has remained a central element of the country’s currency for decades and is widely regarded as a national symbol.
The suggestion involving Nawaz Sharif quickly sparked discussion across political and public circles. Supporters viewed the proposal as a fitting acknowledgment of his role in national development, while critics questioned whether contemporary political figures should be featured on currency notes.
As debate continues, the proposal remains a personal recommendation from a provincial lawmaker rather than an official government initiative. Nevertheless, the comments have reignited conversations about how national figures are recognized and remembered in Pakistan’s public institutions and symbols.
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