The Pakistan flag hoisted 5577ft above sea level. PHOTO: EXPRESS
The flag, measuring 300x200 feet approximately and located 5,577 feett above sea-level, was raised on Thursday in connection with March 23 celebrations. The day is celebrated to commemorate the passing of the 1940 Lahore Resolution by the All-India Muslim League.
PHOTO: EXPRESSPakistan Day parade: Security on high alert in the capital
PHOTO: EXPRESSEarlier, nationwide celebrations kicked off with a joint military parade near Islamabad’s Shakarparian Hills. Troops marched past and fighter jets presented a fly past. Floats representing myriad cultures of Pakistan were also displayed.
Pakistan Day celebrations commence with Islamabad parade
The ceremony commenced with the recitation of the Holy Quran. President Mamnoon Hussain observed the parade from a jeep. Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena, the guest of honour, was also present.
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