AJK observes Defence Day with patriotic fervour, national pride
Day serves as a tribute to soldiers, civilians who made sacrifices, laid down their lives in defence of the motherland
On Defence Day, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) observed the occasion on Sunday with patriotic enthusiasm and national pride. Ceremonies and events took place across the region, paying tribute to the armed forces and those who perished defending the nation. The capital, towns, and remote valleys in AJK held tributes to the military and fallen citizens.
The Defence Day celebrations featured a vibrant exhibition at Narul Cricket Stadium in Muzaffarabad, where civil and military officials, students, and residents gathered. Acting AJK President Chaudhry Tariq Farooq and Prime Minister Iftikhar Gilani inaugurated the exhibition, which highlighted the roles of various defence, emergency response, and public sector entities.
The participants included the Pakistan Army, Air Force, Navy, Boy Scouts, police, Rescue 1122, Special Communications Organisation (SCO), Civil Defence, and State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA). A guard of honour was presented to the Pakistani military at the Martyrs Memorial in Muzaffarabad. The displays demonstrated the capabilities of these institutions in defence, emergency response, communication, disaster management, and public service.
Visitors enjoyed cultural displays representing Pakistan's diverse regions, such as Sindh, Punjab, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B), and AJK. Traditional games and performances added to the festive atmosphere. The event emphasized national unity, with dignitaries receiving traditional headgear from across Pakistan.
Government departments showcased their projects, services, and initiatives, reinforcing the spirit of September 6 and the values of courage, sacrifice, unity, and national service.
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