It is with great pleasure and joy that I write today. For the first time in my life I witnessed my prayers answered. I would like to thank the editor of Pakistan Today for publishing my letter and for being a voice for those who are seldom heard.
My letter that was issued in your daily on the 20th of May was a cry for hope and soon after that Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Bridge was inaugurated and the whole of Kabal rejoiced and celebrated. The first bridge to be built after the floods is a sight for sore eyes.
A magnificent structure crossing over the river Swat is not just a prayer answered but also a jewel added to the beauty of Swat. The presence of high level diplomats at the inauguration showed us their commitment towards bringing back the lost glory of Swat and reassured the people of the help of our brethren nation UAE.
The monument that has been built beside the bridge has become a symbol of brotherhood for the people of UAE and Swat and we treasure this gift given to us.
The children going to the schools built by UAE, the commuters using the bridge, the houses drinking the water are all a testament of this growing and revered friendship. We thank His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Pakistan Army and UAE Pakistan Assistance Program (UAE PAP) for making our dreams come true.
AMJAD RAHIM KHAN
Kabal, Swat
