Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif formally inaugurated the province-wide ‘Youm-e-Tashakur & Marka-e-Haq’ celebrations by hoisting the national flag at a solemn and dignified ceremony held in Chief Minister’s Office, here on Friday.
The event, attended by provincial ministers, advisors, special assistants, and senior government officials, marked the beginning of a day dedicated to expressing national gratitude, honouring the martyrs of Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos, and reaffirming unity and resilience in the face of external aggression.
A smartly turned-out contingent of Punjab Police presented the guard of honour, and the national anthem was played, while tributes were paid to the martyrs, and special prayers were offered for national peace, unity, and security.
On the directives of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, ‘Youm-e-Tashakur & Marka-e-Haq’ was commemorated across Punjab in a dignified and enthusiastic manner. Citizens actively participated in the events under the Chief Minister’s leadership, expressing national pride and unity. Special prayers were offered during Fajr across mosques for the security, integrity, and peace of the nation.
Throughout the province, Qur’an recitations and prayer ceremonies were held in honour of the martyrs of Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos.
Prayers were also offered for the swift recovery of officers, soldiers, and civilians injured due to Indian aggression. In mosques, special supplications were made for Pakistan’s stability, prosperity, and enduring peace.
The green crescent flag was raised on all government and private buildings, while floral wreaths were laid at the shrines of martyrs. Special rallies were held in solidarity with the Pakistan Army, and tribute ceremonies were organized in educational institutions including schools, colleges, and universities.
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz congratulated the nation on the successful celebration of Youm-e-Tashakur & Marka-e-Haq, which marks the country’s steadfast resolve and victory. She remarked, “The brave and valiant pilots of the Pakistan Air Force shattered the enemy’s arrogance and compelled them to retreat in humiliation. We express our heartfelt gratitude to Allah Almighty for granting this glorious triumph to our armed forces.”
She added, “Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos is a symbol of our fearless leadership, the unmatched courage of our armed forces, and the unwavering unity of the Pakistani nation. While we remain committed to peace, we are fully prepared to respond decisively to any act of aggression against our homeland.”
Separately, Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif met Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi in which matters pertaining to current political situation, national security, development projects and modern transport infrastructure in Punjab were discussed. Comprehensive discussions were also held on launching Punjab’s first bullet train and high-speed train projects. Both the leaders paid glowing tributes to the valiant Pakistan Armed Forces for achieving a glorious success in the Operation ‘Bunyan Marsus’.
Federal Minister Hanif Abbasi appreciated the successful launching of CM Laptop and Honhaar Scholarship phase-II project. The Chief Minister said, “Operation ‘Bunyan Marsus’ gives ample proof of displaying complete unity by the nation including the political and military leadership in safeguarding our national security as well as sovereignty.”
She outlined, “The brave soldiers of the Pakistan Army have always sacrificed their precious lives so as to protect our dear homeland. Today’s Pakistan is in strong hands and the entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with its armed forces and institutions. The solution to the enormous challenges being faced by the country lies in political stability, national unity and continuity of progress.”