The main feature of the day was the military parade in Shakarparian area that lies on a low hill between Islamabad and Rawalpindi city. Troops from various units and formations of the armed forces including Army, Navy and Air Force took part in the parade. It is the first time that a contingent from the UAE military paraded along with Pakistan armed forces. On the occasion, the Pakistani military displayed an inventory of modern weapons and arsenal, including tanks, jets, drones and other weapon systems in the parade.
Cultural floats of the nation's four provinces also gave a color to the parade. Fighter jets from the army aviation, including F and JF Thunder, and military gunship helicopters presented an air display over the parade ground, while paratroopers jumping out of airplanes was another highlight. Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena was the guest of honor at the event whereas Pakistani President Mamnoon Hussain was the chief guest of the occasion.
Thousands of people, including diplomats from several countries, witnessed the parade amid tight security in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Earlier in the day, special prayers were offered in mosques for the progress, prosperity and solidarity of Pakistan and the national flag was hoisted high on major government and private buildings across the country. Rallies, peace walks, seminars, symposiums and conferences were held in different cities where speakers discussed the role of Pakistan Resolution in the creation of Pakistan.
Islamabad also extends a hand of cooperation to the regional countries but taking the gesture as a weakness will be a dangerous mistake, the president added. He paid tribute to the founders of the country who made the creation of Pakistan possible and emphasised the importance of peace and stability for the country's progress.
He also paid a rich tribute to the martyrs of the Pakistan movement. President Hussain strongly condemned India for its irresponsible behaviour, denouncing the Indian army's attacks from across the Line of Control and Working Boundary.
Talking about anti-terrorism operations in the country, he lauded the armed forces as well as the nation for eliminating terrorism from the country under operations Raddul Fasad and Zarb-i-Azb and announced a medal "Tamga-i-Azam" for those who rendered sacrifices for restoration of peace. The president also awarded Pakistani citizens and foreign nationals for their services in fields including science, literature, arts, sports and media, Deutsche Welle reported.
Deceased human rights lawyer Asma Jahangir was among those honoured. She received the Nishan-i-Pakistan, the highest civilian honour, for her struggle for democracy and advocacy for human rights. The Pakistan Day parade had resumed in after a gap of seven years and was seen as a manifestation of the military's show of strength in the wake of a shocking attack in on the Army Public School APS in Peshawar, which left dead, including schoolchildren. The day dawned with a gun salute in Islamabad while provincial capitals welcomed the day with gun salutes.
Special prayers were offered in mosques after Fajr prayers for the progress, prosperity and solidarity of the country and national flag was hoisted at all major government buildings. Air Commodore Syed Sabahat Hasan was the chief guest at the ceremony held at Iqbal's mausoleum in Lahore where Pakistan Airforce troops took over guard duty.
Nation celebrates Pakistan Day with military parade, gun salutes Dawn. Facebook Count. Twitter Share. Military parade President announces 'Tamga-i-Azam' Indian participation Celebrations commence The nation is celebrating Pakistan Day across the country on Friday with traditional zeal and fervour. Military parade A joint military parade was held at Parade Ground near the Shakarparian hills in Islamabad to mark the day. Read more. On DawnNews. Comments 46 Closed. Popular Newest Oldest.
Mar 23, am. Long Live Pakistan. Long live Pak Armed Forces. Recommend 0. Wow what beautiful pics. Reality bites. Long Live Pakistan! May our motherland become more prosperous economically with better and higher standards of living, year after year. Imtiaz Ali Khan. Long live Pakistan.
Pakistan Zindabad! My beloved country. We should promote the culture of life and not that of war. Salute to Pakistan Army. One of the best display of force. Respect from the neighbour. We want peaceful relations with Pakistan. Trump Et. Strong display by a strong nation. Nice display Pakistan zindabad!!! Siingh We love you Indian brother, don't pay attention to the IndoPak politics it's all a mess for their own personal gain. We IndoPak are brothers to each other. IndoPak Blood Brothers 4 Life!
Mar 23, pm. Pakistan Zindabad, and may my nation be self sufficient, corruption free and prosperous, where it's citizens are educated, honest, treated equally, have good health and job opportunities - Ameen! May Almighty make them come true. Mubasher Cheema. These ceremonies are important for national morale and dignity Awesome keep it up. Sab se pehle pakistan. Proud of our brave soldiers. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad. Land of six seasons, Zindabaad, brave, patriotic, hardworking and courageous million people of Pakistan, Paeendabaad.
Asif Kahsmiri. Siingh write the spelling properly, before you pretend to be foriegner. Imtiaz Ali Khan well said. Congrats from India. Jai hind. Jeeve Jeeve Pakistan. M Akram. Very sophisticated display of power.
Well done afwaaje Pakistan. Pakistani Zindabad Always.
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