With Independence Day just around the corner, the capital city is abuzz with patriotic fervour as stalls displaying national flags, bunting, dresses, and accessories draw in crowds of eager buyers.
Youngsters, particularly children, can be seen flocking to these stalls daily to purchase flags, badges, and special Jashan-i-Azadi dresses in preparation for the celebrations on August 14. To further engage children in the festivities, vendors are also selling flag-themed toys, adding to the excitement.
"The stalls carrying green and white coloured Jashan-i-Azadi accessories set up at different nook and corners have not only added a charm to the beauty of the capital but revived a patriotic spirit among the citizens", Shahzad Malik, a government employee said. "I have visited different Jashan-i-Azadi stalls with my children today to buy them flags, buntings and other stuff of their interest, taking advantage of the pleasant weather."
The capital has worn a green and white look with several Jashan-i-Azadi stalls as well as decorated vehicles with flags plying on different roads. A working woman, Farhat Jabeen said, "We should not only make our children buy flags, bunting and other accessories to celebrate this day but educate them about the historical struggle of our national heroes and workers of Pakistan Movement for the creation of Pakistan and how they can contribute to make this country a better place."
Jabeen said the idea of tree plantation on August 14 will make this day more purposeful and contribute to reducing environmental hazards being faced by the country due to climate change.
A roadside stallholder, Tahir Khan said, "The occasion of Independence Day allows us to earn a handsome amount by selling flag-coloured items. Most of our customers are youth and children who buy these things to decorate their vehicles and homes." This year too, vendors like me are expecting good sales as youth looks enthusiastic to prepare for Independence Day celebrations and then posting selfies on social media, he said.
"On the demand of customers, I have displayed a good variety of Jashan-i-Azadi dresses for kids as the majority like to wear green and white clothes on the day", he added. Every year on Independence Day, youth and children express more excitement toward celebrating this important occasion and their motivation comes through the variety of stalls displaying unique items to attract them.
"I bought buntings and flags to decorate my home and car as well as shirt, pin badge, glasses and mask to wear on Independence Day while my little sister has just bought a toy," Shahwaiz, a nine-year-old said. "I have not shown my stuff to my friends so that I can have a unique look on the day which no one imitate", he added.
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