AJK prepares to celebrate Pakistan’s 80th Independence Day with fabulous zest:
MIRPUR : The Mirpur Division of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has geared up due preparations to celebrate Pakistan’s 80th Independence Day on August 14 with full zeal, fervor and patriotism.
Commissioner Mirpur Division, Raja Tahir Mumtaz chaired a high-level meeting to finalize arrangements for the celebrations of the national day highlighting the significance of independence.
According to the details, various events will be organized in the division, including national flag hoisting ceremonies, Jashan Azadi boat rallies at Mangla Dam and car and motorcycle rallies in Mirpur, Kotli and Bhimber.
Monsoon tree plantation ceremonies will also be held to promote environmental awareness. National flags of Pakistan and AJK will be hoisted at all private and public buildings, markets, government institutions, and public places, accompanied by colorful illuminations.
The meeting also decided to take foolproof security arrangements to maintain peace and order during the Independence Day celebrations.
The meeting decided to involve all segments of civil society, local government representatives, government officers, lawyers, traders’ associations, media representatives, teachers, and students in the planning and execution of the Independence Day celebrations.
Special prayers will be held in mosques for the security, development, prosperity and strong defense of Pakistan, highlighting the significance of this historic day besides for the early success of struggle for freedom of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir state.
