Web Desk: The nation is celebrating the 78th Independence Day today with a renewed pledge to work with spirit of Pakistan Movement to make country a true Islamic welfare state.
The day dawned with 31-gun salute at the Federal Capital and 21-gun salute at provincial headquarters.
Special prayers were offered in mosques for peace, solidarity and prosperity of the country.
The main flag hosting ceremony was held at the Pakistan Monument in Islamabad.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif unfurled the national flag.
It is pertinent to mention that recent victory in the Marka-e-Haq against India’s unprovoked aggression has amplified nation’s fervour for this year’s celebrations of the Independence Day.
Buildings have been decorated with national flags, buntings and lights.
People have raised national flags on their vehicles and rooftop of their houses.
