EVENT DESCRIPTION
The celebrations regarding the holiday include a full military and civilian parade in the capital, Islamabad. These are presided by the President of Pakistan and are held early in the morning. After the parade, the President confers national awards and medals on the awardees at the Presidency. Wreaths are also laid at the mausoleums of Muhammad Iqbal and Muhammad Ali Jinnah founder of Pakistan. In very rare times and significance, foreign dignitaries have been invited to attend the military parade.
EVENT CONTENT
- The change of guard ceremony takes place at various monuments throughout the country.
- Girls lighting candles at midnight to celebrate the day.
- An office building in Islamabad illuminated by decorative lighting.
- Independence Day fireworks at the Minar-e-Pakistan in Lahore.
