ALTAF HUSSAIN CONGRATULATES SONIA GANDHI AND PAYS TRIBUTE TO VAJPAYEE

London – 15 May 2004
MQM Founder Leader Mr Altaf Hussain has congratulated Mrs Sonia Gandhi, President Indian National Congress (INC), its leaders, workers and allies on the recent victory in the general elections held in India.  He expressed his wishes that the new Congress Government will continue to strive towards better relations between India and Pakistan for developing and furthering peace and prosperity of the region. Mr Hussain also paid tributes to former Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee on his efforts and dedication towards establishing peace between Pakistan and India and stability in the region.