Islamabad: The nation is celebrated the diamond jubilee of its independence after completion of 75 years since Independence Day, with traditional zeal and fervour across Pakistan.
The day dawned with a 31-one gun salute in the federal capital and 21-one gun salute in the provincial headquarters.
Special prayers were offered in mosques at dawn for peace, solidarity and prosperity of the country. The main feature of the celebrations every year is the national flag-hoisting ceremony in Islamabad. Similar flag-hoisting ceremonies are also at provincial, divisional and district headquarter levels throughout the country.
Recalling the historical importance of the day, nation pays rich tributes to the founding fathers of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Dr. Allama Iqbal and other leaders who led the Pakistan movement and offered sacrifices for the creation of an independent Muslim state.
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World level sportsmen, economic geniuses, noble winner scientists, doctors, diplomats, artists, best armed forces, war aces, and only Muslim Nuclear armed nation is by no means feats to be brushed away.
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Pakistan is a gift of God, we all cherish and that’s why patriotism found in this part of the world remains unmatched. Pakistan is currently one of the youngest countries in the world with 64% of population below the age of 30 and 29 % is between the ages 15-29 years. Let’s utilize all our energies for the promotion of unity, development of our nation through educational and technological excellence, social cohesion and national harmony. Web Desk
