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The Daily

Morning News

04 SEPTEMBER 1971

News headlines and details from the Daily Morning News.

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Other Headlines:

  • Pakistan has learnt how to harness the atom: says Dr. Usmani
  • Indo Soviet treaty not against Pakistan, says USSR diplomat
  • Muslim Leaguers urged to unite
  • Basrulla urges formation of Interim Govt
  • Treaty with Moscow ends India's policy of non-alignment.
  • India's support to secessionists will boomerang

 

Malik Sworn in as Governor appeals for Cooperation

(By our staff Reporter): Dr. Abdul Motaleb Malik was sworn in as Governor of East Pakistan at a simple but impressive ceremony held at the Darbar Hall of the Governor's House Yesterday.

The 60 year old doctor and former labour leader immediately after taking oath of office invoked the blessings of Allah and sought the help and co-operation of all.

The chief justice of East Pakistan Mr. Justice B.A. Siddiky administered the oath of office.

The Governor in a brief address before the distinguished gathering said that he was shouldering the responsibilities of the Governorship of the province when the country in general and East Pakistan in particular stood at a critical juncture.

He said that he will do his best to perform his duties but success depended on the blessings of Allah, He prayed to Allah "guide me and guide my action." He said success could be achieved only with the blessing of Allah and the help of the people.

Dr. Malik who is the 20th Governor of the East Pakistan Following independence succeeds Lt. General Tikka Khan. Dr. Maliks appointment has been made by the president in furtherance of his pledge to restore democracy and to undertake measures that would facilitate the transfer of power to the people's representatives.

Ministers soon

The Governor is expected to announce the name of the members of his council of ministers shortly.

The ceremony started with Tilawat-e-Quran. As soon as the oath was taken the National Flag was broken on the flag staff. The Governor also took salute from a guard of honour provided by a detachment of the Punjub Regiment.

The Governor after the ceremony moved freely amongst the guests who showered congratulations on him and assured him of their fullest co-operation, while accepting the felicitations.

Dr. Malik sought their good wishes and assistance in discharging his responsibilities.

Lt. General A.A.K. Niazi, Martial Law Administrator Zone'B', Judges of the High Court, members of the diplomatic crops and high ranking military and civil officers were present at ceremony. Among the large number of political leaders present were former Governors Abdul Monem Khan and Sultanuddin Ahmed, former speakers of the  National Assembly Abdul Jabbar Khan and political leaders Fazlur Quader Choudhury, Khan A. Sabur, prof. Ghulam Abdul Azam, Pir Mohsinuddin (Dudu Mia) Mr. Yousuf Ali Choudhury (Mohan Mia) Mr. A. S.M. Sulaiman, Syed Azizul Huq. Shamsul Huda, Mofizuddin ahmed, Major (retd.) Afraruddin, A.T.Saadi, Abdul Jabbar. Khaddar, Abul Quasem Q.M. Rahman and Abdul Matin. Later from the Governor's House, Dr. Malik drove to the High Court premises and offered Fateha at the Mazars of three National Leaders Shere-Bangla A.K. Fazlul Huq, H.S. Suhrawardy and Khwaja Nazimuddin.

Gen. Niazi takes over as MLA

Lt. Gen. A. A. K. Niazi Commander, Eastern Command yesterday, took over as Martial Law Administrator Zone'B' replacing Lt. Gen. Tikka Khan, reports App.

Major General Rahim Khan, has also taken over yesterday as deputy Martial law Administrator, Zone "B".

A first step towards normal democratic life

(By our staff Reporter): The Swearing in Ceremony of Dr. A.M. Malik as the Governor of East Pakistan, which ushered in civilian government in the province yesterday also brought an effective cross section of the people together- a first step towards normal democratic life.

For one who had the privilege of attending several such ceremonies in the historic Governor's House at Dacca, it was one of the most impressive.

To begin with, the personality of the Governor himself added lustre to the function, with his usual simplicity and humility, he smiled and nodded as he saw familiar faces, even while proceeding to take his seat before the ceremony began. After the ceremony he kept on moving in the large gathering of guests talking to former colleagues, even opponents in national or labour politics, officials and journalists.

Then the ceremony, there was a significant change from the printed programme. The Governor, after the oath was administered to him by Mr. chief justice B.A. Siddiky, made a brief speech. He emphasised the challenging task ahead of him and sought the co-operation of every one in the country.

He also invoked divine blessing by reciting sura Fateha and warned of the presence of mischief makers who have to be resisted by reciting sura An Naas. As Dr. Malik ended reading sura Fateha a soft murmur of Amen could be heard rising from the assemblage. And than the gathering. There were former governors. former speakers, former ministers, a former chief justice, chiefs of political parties, elected parliamentarians and selected politicians, high officers from the armed forces and the civil services, heads of the diplomatic missions, leading industrialists. Labour leaders and journalists, including some foreign correspondents who had apparently flown to Dacca to report the ceremony.

In the front row to the right sat former speakers Fazlul Quader Khan, former Governors Sultanuddin Ahmed and Abdul Monem Khan, former chief justice Amin Ahmad and veteran industrialist and businessman M.A. Ispahani.

So far as one could recollect, it was the first appearance of Mr. Monem Khan at a public function after he relinquished his gubernatorial duties. He was clad in his usual Sherwani and Chooridar, looking as fit as ever before.

The two former speakers were seen conversing deeply with the chief secretary. Mr. Muzaffar Hossain who was formerly secretary to the National Assembly. Reviving old memories? or looking forward to the "civilianization' of the provincial administration during his present tenure of office.

In the front row to the left sat the new Martial Law Admander of the Eastern command. Lt. Gen. Niazi along with coadministrator of Zone B and Commodore Sharif of the Pakistan Navy and Major General Farman Ali, Rahim and Jamshed, forming as impressive array of the armed might that goes to the defence of the Nation.

And then finally the spirit of cordiality and good will that could be seen in the informality of the conversation and discussions after the ceremony and around the tea tables— top industrialist G.M. Adamjee smiling broadly to labour leader Saifur Rahman, MNA-elect Zahiruddin waving warmly to his opponent at the election prof. Ghulam Azam. Khan A.Sabur in deep discussion with Mohan Mia. F.Q. Chowdhury locked in a warmed embrace with Monem Khan , it may be difficult to be believe that all this was possible.

Would all this show that old rivalries are being forgotten, that political differences are being assuaged by personal understanding? If this be so then Dr. Maliks prayers are in the process of being answered.

Plea for UN cheek of Pak refugees in India.

United Nations, Sept. 3 (Reuter): Pakistan Ambassador Agha Shahi yesterday suggested to Secretary-General U Thant that there should be an independent check under UN auspices of the Number of East Pakistan refugees in India.

Mr. Shahi had a brief meeting with U Thant and told correspondents afterwards he submitted to the Secretary General— Pakistani figures showing that the refugees numbered only a little over two million.

The Pakistan ambassador added "We have submitted to U Thant lists of refugees, district by district, which were compiled as a result of strict and through investigation.

India poised for attack next month

From Yahya Syed: London, Sept. 3, India has made all necessary preparations to attack Pakistan at the end of October when monsoon will end in East Pakistan, This was gathered by placing together all intelligence reports of troop movements and war preparation going on in India and appearing in press here.

India will take initiative as her blueprint for launching a war on Pakistan known as Subranamyam Report, which squarely came out in favour of war published a couple of weeks ago.

A part from troop movements and reinforcement on all fronts northern, Western, eastern and Kashmir hint of Indian offensive came yesterday from Mrs. Gandhi who told solders in Siliguri "we have created conditions conducive to safe return of East Pakistani refugees after sometime which has been interpreted by British press as meaning only one thing to military audience —war.

Last Friday it was reported that India has moved ten divisions on her Sino Indian border against 120,000 Chinese rifle men on the Tibet front.

Indian plans army of 15 divisions has been deployed on Western and Kashmir fronts facing equal number of Pakistan forces it was reported last week that India has brought five divisions on East Pakistan front.

Leaves cancelled

On Thursday David Loshak of Telegraph disclosed from Delhi that India has moved two army divisions and two squadrons of combat aircraft on the Kashmir front" despite combat air craft being banned by 1949 ceasefire agreement. In addition he said, Indian border security forces has been "put on alert and leaves and transfers of all military personnel in Kashmir cancelled."

All mountain passed along the ceasefire line have been sealed and internal security in the state has been tightened. Rifles of solders guiding bridges, governmental offices and vital points are chained to their bodies to prevent attackers stealing weapons.

Loshak reported fresh wave of arrests in occupied Kashmir of members of outlawed plebiscite Front.

Times reported yesterday that all foreign relief workers have been cleared of border areas in West Bengal as they are accused of spying.

With the help of Russians During the last year India has added one brand new bomber squadron with SU-7 fitter ground support aircraft and two fighter bomber squadrons with Mystere-4s in addition to one interceptor squadron with MIG -21s, which means that within last year India has added four new combat squadrons to her air-force. Last year she also acquired large number of surface to air missiles S.A.-2s.

Qaiyum stresses need to maintain country's solidarity

SIALKOT, Sept 3 (APP): Khan Abdul Qaiyum Khan, chief of Pakistan Muslim Leaugue has said that the most important issue facing the people of Pakistan at present is the maintenance of the country's solidarity.

In a message of goodwill to Hamdard-e-Pakistan, a weekly of Sialkot on the occasion of Defence Day, Khan Qaiyum said that Pakistan's brave Armed Forces were ready to meet any eventuality that might arise out of the evil designs of the Indian war-mongers who, he added, were out to harm the integrity of Pakistan. But he pointed out, wars these days were fought by all sections of the population. He asked the people to be always prepared to beat back the Indian aggressors if they dare cast an evil eye on our sacred land.

As for himself, he said he was determined to stake everything for the solidarity of Pakistan.

Who medical supplies reach Dacca

A consignment of medical supplies purchased by World Health Organization with United Nations East Pakistan relief operation (UNEPRO) funds arrived here today, says an UNEPRO press release, reports APP.

The 42 ton shipment, airlifted from Geneva, is the first instalment of medical supplies requested by the Government of Pakistan to most emergency health needs in East Pakistan.

A second instalment will be airlifted this month to meet the most urgent needs. The balance of the supplies requested by the Government will arrive subsequently by sea.

Mr. Eahgat-el-Tiwil, representative of Secretary General of the United Nations. Mr. Mohammad Ali, Relief commissioner, and Mr. Nasuruddin, secretary of public health, on behalf of the Government of Pakistan and several other officials of the UN and the administration were also present at the airport to receive the cargo.

The medical supplies received are: 12,000 plastic bags 500 ml. each 5 glucose in water, 24000 plastic bag 5 glucose in normal saline: 24,000 plastic bags saline, 100,000 ampoules 10 ml each sodium bicarbonate 7.5 12,000 ampoules 15 mg. each tubocuarine, 1420 bottles 250 ml each hahothane, B.P. and 2,000 ampoules 150 mg. each brevidill.

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