When asked about the case of the two Nizamuddin clerics,

who had gone missing in Pakistan under mysterious circumstances, Basit remained tightlipped.

Nazim Ali Nizami and 80-year-old Syed Asif Nizami, Sajjadanashin of Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, who returned to Delhi on Monday, have also not been forthcoming about the circumstances surrounding their disappearance.

"We (Pakistan) did our bit and helped them and they are back. If they are not very forthcoming (about the incident) how can I talk on their behalf," Basit said.

On the day of the return, Sajid Nizami, son of Asif Nizami, had alleged that the duo was "taken away" after a news report appeared in a Karachi-based Urdu daily which claimed they had links with Indian external intelligence agency RAW.

The clerics and their family had thanked both the India and Pakistan for the help extended in ensuring their return.

Basit, in his speech also praised 'Quaid-e-Azam' Mohammad Ali Jinnah, saying, "It is now incumbent on us to work for the safety of the country founded by him."

Students of Pakistan High Commission School sang songs and presented through dance the journey of creation of Pakistan.

"As soon as it (Pakistan) came into being, it had to face various challenges. We still have challenges to meet, but we will continue to rise and shine," Basit said.

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