The nation is celebrating 80th Independence Day today with national zeal and Fervour and a renewed pledge to work with the spirit of Pakistan Movement to make the country a true Islamic welfare state.
The colorful celebrations will reflect the country’s rich cultural heritage, national spirit and the remarkable journey of Pakistan since independence.
The day dawned with thirty-one gun salute at the Federal Capital and twenty-one gun salute at provincial headquarters.
Special prayers are being offered in mosques for peace, solidarity and prosperity of country.
Flag hoisting ceremonies are being held at Federal, provincial, divisional and district headquarters across the country.
Buildings, streets, markets and public places have been decorated with national flags, buntings and colourful lights, giving a festive look to the towns and cities.
A wide range of programs including seminars, exhibitions, cultural events and other activities have been organized to commemorate the Independence Day with traditional zeal and fervour and to highlight the sacrifices of the nation’s forefathers.
Radio Pakistan is broadcasting special programmes in connection with Independence Day, highlighting services of heroes of Pakistan Movement.
The change of guards ceremony was also held at Mazar of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah in Karachi.
