The nation on Sunday (today) celebrates its 75th Independence Day of securing independence from the British rule.
As the clock struck midnight, people streamed onto the streets in jubilant celebrations amidst bright fireworks. Key buildings have been illuminated across the country as part of the celebrations.
The day dawned with a 31-gun salute in Islamabad and a 21-gun salute in the provincial headquarters. Prayers were offered for the security and progress of Pakistan, and the well-being of the people.
Early on Sunday morning, guards at the Mazar-e-Quaid (Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s Mausoleum) and the Mazar-e-Iqbal (Mausoleum of Allama Muhammad Iqbal) were changed.
In separate messages, President Dr Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the sacrifices rendered by the country’s founding fathers for carving a homeland.
They also reiterated their resolve to uphold Pakistan’s ideology and to make the country a model Islamic welfare state.
They emphasized the importance of working hard to realize the dream of Pakistan dreamed by the founding fathers and the importance of remaining united whilst guarding against internal division.
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) also unveiled the design of Rs75 commemorative banknote for the country’s diamond jubilee. According to the central bank, the note will be available for public issuance from September 30.
