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Flag hoisting ceremony held at Governor House to celebrate I Day

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PESHAWAR, Aug 14 (APP): A dignified flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Governor’s House in Peshawar on Wednesday on the occasion of Independence Day.

The governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, conducted the flag hoisting ceremony.

The event saw the special participation of Consul Generals from the United States of America, Iran, and Afghanistan.

Provincial Assembly member Ahmad Karim Kundi, along with the staff of the Governor’s House and other distinguished guests, also attended the ceremony.

During the ceremony, the Consul Generals from the three countries joined Governor Faisal Karim Kundi and other attendees in chanting “Pakistan Zindabad” (Long live Pakistan).

Following the flag hoisting, special prayers were offered for the country’s development and prosperity.

Governor Faisal Karim Kundi extended his heartfelt congratulations to the entire nation on Pakistan’s Independence Day.

He paid tribute to the martyrs of the Pakistan Army, police, and Army Public School, expressing his gratitude.

Kundi emphasized the need for peace, prosperity, and development in the province and called for collective efforts to honor the sacrifices that led to the country’s independence.

In his message on Independence Day, Governor Kundi congratulated the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the merged districts.

He highlighted that the free nation is a result of the great sacrifices and sustained struggle of our ancestors.

Kundi reaffirmed his commitment to advancing the country along the path of development in line with the principles of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He stressed that the principles of unity, faith, and discipline are essential for securing Pakistan’s rightful place among the nations.

As a nation, Kundi pledged to fulfill the dreams of Pakistan’s founder and work towards building a prosperous, peaceful, and stable Pakistan.
He underscored the significance of the green and white flag as a symbol of the country’s identity and independence.

Governor Faisal Karim Kundi also urged overcoming challenges and uniting as a nation to protect the country’s ideological and geographical integrity, vowing to make any necessary sacrifices for the homeland.

Independence Day celebrations begins across country with traditional zeal

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP): The celebrations of 78th Independence Day were commenced across the country on Wednesday with traditional zeal and enthusiasm through a number of events to highlight the sacrifices of our national heroes and forefathers who rendered supreme sacrifices in their unwavering pursuit of freedom and self-determination.

The day started with a long held tradition of 31-guns salute at the federal capital and 21-gun salute at the provincial capitals.

At dawn, special prayers were also offered in mosques across the country, invoking peace, solidarity, and prosperity for Pakistan.

Flag-raising ceremonies were also held at the federal capital and all provincial capitals, divisional and district levels. The guard change ceremonies were also held at Mazar-e-Quaid and Mazar-e-Iqbal.

The important personalities including the President and the Prime Minister have issued special messages on this occasion.

State broadcasters Radio Pakistan and Pakistan Television are dedicating their programmes to commemorating the heroes of the Pakistan Movement.

These broadcasts will pay tribute to the extraordinary contributions of those who played pivotal roles in the creation of Pakistan.

Across cities, vibrant displays of national pride were evident while roadside stalls offered flags, badges, stickers, and clothing, catering to the festive needs of both adults and children.

Public buildings were adorned with national flags and illuminated with colorful lights, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere.
August 14 is celebrated with great funfair as an official national holiday in Pakistan.

The patriotic people of Pakistan pay homage to their national benefactors by hoisting their national flag in the air.

CJ Balochistan High Court hoists national flag

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QUETTA, Aug 14 (APP):Chief Justice of Balochistan High Court Justice Hashim Khan Kakar on Wednesday hoisted the national flag at BHC complex to mark the country’s 78th Independence Day.
Honourable Judges of Balochistan High court, District, Judicial officers, prominent lawyers attended the graceful ceremony.
The CJ BHC, vowing to contribute to the development of Pakistan, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the nation on the eve of National Independence Day.