Masses welcome Musharraf's resignation

LAHORE - The general public has welcomed tendering of resignation by President Pervez Musharraf (former), but at the same time, many expressed their reservations about present leaderships’ ability to handle the tricky issues facing the country at the moment.

A few also demanded trial of the former president, saying, he must be punished for abrogating the constitution and destabilising the country by his wrong policies.

“It’s nice to see people celebrating the exit of Pervez Musharraf, as the country has got rid of a dictator, yet there is big question mark on the credibility and ability of present leaders to bring the country out of the current crises”, said a book seller at Old Anarkali, when asked to express his sentiments about Musharraf’s resignation.   

Aysha Nisar, a student of Mass Communication, said, “Musharraf took the right step by resigning but he should be brought to trial for all the injustices he has done during his rule.

“No doubt, the resignation would certainly bring some level of political stability in the country. However, what worries me the most is the prevailing socio-economic crisis, which must be addressed by political leadership. I can just hope that the development leads to some constructive outcome”, she further observed.