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KARACHI, Jul 25 (APP):Sindh Government has decided to celebrate Independence Day in an organized, enthusiastic, and historic manner.
A high-level meeting regarding the preparations for Independence Day and the “Ma’arka-e-Haq” commemorations was chaired by Sindh’s Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon.
The meeting was attended by provincial ministers Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, Saeed Ghani, Zulfiqar Shah, Special Assistants Syed Qasim Naveed Qamar and Engineer Qasim Soomro, along with President of the Arts Council Ahmed Shah, Information Secretary Nadeem ur Rehman Memon, and other senior officials.
The meeting reviewed arrangements and preparations for the upcoming celebrations.
The meeting also decided that government buildings, streets, buses, trains, markets, and public spaces across the province would be decorated with national flags, lights, and banners.
A comprehensive media campaign will also be launched to invite public participation in the festivities.
Discussions were held on event schedules, decoration plans, media outreach, cultural activities, public engagement at the district level, as well as security and cleanliness measures.
Sharjeel Memon emphasized that this year’s Independence Day and the related events will reflect the vision of the Sindh government.
“This August will not just be a time of celebration, but a month to promote patriotism, sacrifice, unity, and truth,” he said and added that the celebrations will be inclusive of all segments of society. Special programs will be organized for children with disabilities, minorities, senior citizens, and women. Central-level events will also be held at the district level to ensure widespread engagement.
“The Sindh government will observe this day as a reaffirmation of its commitment to democracy, development, human rights, and national unity,” Memon said.
Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah stated that Independence Day will also be marked by social action including community service, tree plantation drives, cleanliness campaigns, blood donations, and other civic initiatives.
Local Government Minister Saeed Ghani announced that all local government institutions would be directed to hold events at ward, union council, and town levels.
“Public rallies, national songs, and youth sports competitions will help inspire and energize the younger generation,” he added.
To highlight Sindh’s cultural heritage, Minister of Culture Zulfiqar Shah announced that special shows, poetry sessions, Qawwali nights, and theatrical performances would be organized with the participation of the Arts Council, schools, colleges, and theater groups. “This is not just a celebration but an opportunity to reconnect with our cultural roots,” he said.