Pakistan celebrated its 79th Independence Day today with a clear message from its top leadership: stand united, look beyond political and social divides, and work for a country rooted in justice, equality, and service to all.
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif both paid tribute to Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Allama Iqbal, and the countless workers of the Pakistan Movement whose sacrifices made the nation a reality. They also linked this year’s celebrations to the recent “Marka-i-Haq” victory, describing it as proof of the country’s strength and unity.
Key Points from the Day’s Events
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79th Independence Day celebrated nationwide with flag-hoisting ceremonies, prayers, and public gatherings.
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President Zardari praised national unity and military success in Marka-i-Haq and Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos.
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PM Shehbaz called the recent victory a validation of the Two-Nation Theory and a boost to national morale.
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Marka-i-Haq, from April 22 to May 10, was described as a decisive response to Indian aggression, ending with a US-brokered ceasefire.
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Celebrations included 31-gun salute in Islamabad and 21-gun salutes in provincial capitals.
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Military exhibitions showcased equipment used in the recent conflict.
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Pakistan Marks 79th Independence Day with Calls for Unity and Resolve
In his Independence Day address, President Zardari said Pakistan had shown the world it was a peace-loving nation but fully capable of defending its sovereignty. He described the recent military success as more than just a battlefield achievement, calling it a reminder of what the country can accomplish when united.
He urged citizens to channel the same discipline and determination toward economic revival, education reforms, technological growth, institutional development, and environmental sustainability. He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for the people of Indian-occupied Kashmir, emphasizing their ongoing struggle for self-determination.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif echoed these sentiments, highlighting the sacrifices of martyrs and the historic resilience of the nation over the past 78 years. He described Marka-i-Haq not only as a military victory but as a reaffirmation of Pakistan’s independence and ideological foundation.
Shehbaz also spoke of ongoing government measures to improve the lives of ordinary citizens, including reduced electricity prices and investment in economic, industrial, and technological capacity. He called for the same spirit shown during the Pakistan Movement and recent conflict to be applied to strengthening the economy, which he said is vital for national defense and sovereignty.
Across the country, Independence Day was celebrated with energy and pride. In Islamabad, the main flag-hoisting ceremony took place at the Pakistan Monument, attended by government leaders, parliamentarians, and school students. The Supreme Court also held a separate ceremony.
At Shakarparian Parade Ground, the armed forces put military equipment on display, including aircraft, tanks, rocket launchers, radars, and artillery used during the May conflict. These exhibitions drew crowds eager to see the tools that played a role in Pakistan’s recent defense efforts.
This Independence Day served not just as a commemoration of the past but as a call for unity and forward momentum. Both the president and prime minister stressed that Pakistan’s future strength depends on staying united, fostering peace, and investing in the nation’s economic and social foundations.