“Albinism is not a weakness, it is just a part of natural diversity,” said Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif in her message on International Albinism Awareness Day.

She added,”People with albinism are the bright side of beauty, it is a social duty to respect and protect them.”

She highlighted,”We want a Punjab where no one is considered inferior on the basis of skin, appearance or birth difference.”

The chief miinister said,”The scope of love, respect and acceptance for people with albinism must be further expanded.”

She added,”Punjab government is actively working to provide complete educational and medical facilities to people with albinism and other special people.”

She underscored,”It is necessary to unite and raise our voices to protect the rights of people with albinism and eliminate discrimination.”

In another statement, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz expressed a deep sense of grief over loss of lives in a traffic accident near Chakwal. She offered condolences and extended her heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family.