Islamabad( The COW News Digital) Pakistan celebrated its 78th Independence Day today with nationwide enthusiasm, marking the day as the beginning of a new era inspired by the “Great Victory of the Battle for Truth.” The day commenced with 31-gun salutes in the federal capital and 21-gun salutes in each provincial capital, symbolizing the nation’s gratitude and resolve.
As the clock struck midnight, the skies over Pakistan’s cities lit up with spectacular fireworks displays, and streets echoed with chants of “Pakistan Zindabad.” Citizens, waving national flags and wearing patriotic badges, poured into the streets to join rallies, cultural shows, and musical performances. The atmosphere was charged with national pride, as traditional drumming and patriotic songs set the tone for celebrations.
Government and residential buildings, highways, and public spaces across the country were illuminated with decorative lights, turning the night into a vibrant spectacle of green and white. Special prayers were offered in mosques for the stability, prosperity, and security of the country.
The main Independence Day ceremony took place at the Mazar-e-Quaid in Karachi, featuring a ceremonial change of guard. Political leaders, social figures, and citizens paid homage to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, acknowledging his leadership and sacrifices in the creation of Pakistan.
In Islamabad, a defense exhibition was organized at the Parade Ground, showcasing Pakistan’s military capabilities, with public entry allowed to encourage national awareness and pride. Across the country, speeches and events highlighted the sacrifices of the founders and renewed commitments to strengthening Pakistan’s defense, economy, and unity.
The celebrations also carried a message of resilience: the nation reaffirmed that any act of aggression, particularly from India, would be met with a united and robust response. This stance underscored Pakistan’s commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty and independence.
Pakistani communities abroad marked the occasion with equal fervor. Embassies and consulates around the world organized flag-hoisting ceremonies, cultural performances, and community gatherings to unite the diaspora in remembrance and celebration of their homeland’s independence.
From the bustling streets of Lahore to the scenic valleys of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day was a vivid reminder of the nation’s resilience, unity, and unwavering hope for a brighter future. Today, Pakistan not only celebrated its past but also looked ahead to a future built on the principles of truth, justice, and national solidarity.
