If Modi Fires Bullets, We Will Respond with Ghauri: JI Chief Hafiz Naeem

ISLAMABAD – Ameer Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman, issued a strong warning during a speech at a Youm-e-Takbeer (Day of Greatness) event, declaring, “If Modi fires bullets at us, we will respond with Ghauri missiles.”
Recalling Pakistan’s historic nuclear tests, Hafiz Naeem stated that India violated international law by conducting nuclear explosions, while the Pakistani government hesitated in response. He praised the role of former JI leader Qazi Hussain Ahmed, who led a nationwide campaign pushing for Pakistan’s nuclear tests.
He emphasized that Pakistan’s nuclear program is a symbol of sovereignty and pride. He lauded Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan and his team for making Pakistan a nuclear power, noting that the nation sacrificed economic stability to achieve this goal. Criticizing current leadership, he said, “If the government talks about trading potatoes and onions with India without resolving Kashmir, we will make Shehbaz Sharif an example.”
Hafiz Naeem condemned the government for excluding Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan’s photo from Youm-e-Takbeer advertisements, instead featuring relatives of politicians. He further criticized past governments, including their absence from Dr. Khan’s funeral.
Referring to military matters, he said the people stood united with the armed forces despite political differences and reminded India of the downing of Indian aircraft. “Modi should worry about the 680 million Indians lacking proper sanitation. Global powers support India out of fear of Pakistan’s strength and want to weaken us,” he said.
He highlighted human rights abuses in India, pointing out numerous separatist movements and mistreatment of Dalits, Muslims, Sikhs, and Christians. “Modi has killed over 100,000 Kashmiris and is trying to change the demographic makeup of Kashmir. The world must rise against this terrorism,” he added.
He also touched on India’s alliance with Israel, referencing the Pahalgam incident and alleged false-flag operations backed by the U.S. Hafiz Naeem claimed that Pakistan’s firm response forced Modi to seek American mediation for a ceasefire. “The entire nation is proud of our nuclear program and armed forces,” he said.
He celebrated the release of JI leader Dr. Azhar by Bangladesh’s Supreme Court, calling it a victory for Pakistan. Concluding his speech, he urged unity in the nation, encouraged the youth not to lose hope, and reiterated that “the mission of Pakistan’s completion remains — the liberation of Kashmir. There can be no talks with India without Kashmir on the agenda.”