Today Pakistan emerged on the map of the world as an independent nation with the identity Islamic Republic Democratic Pakistan. People of Pakistan on this auspicious day celebrate Independence Day with patriotic zest. People pay homage to the founder of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and those who sacrificed their lives for the independence of our beloved homeland. Families visit to national monuments and places of national significance, hoist national flag at their homes, shops and monuments at dawn; Official buildings including Parliament House decorated with colorfully lights while streets and houses are to be decorated with candles, oil lamps and pennants, firework shows put together on the eve of this particular day in our history. Our Independence Day is however much more than mere celebrations. The Pakistani National is aware of the struggle and sacrifices of our forefathers in making this homeland a reality. It was no mean feat to achieve Independence against all the odds that made it seem impossible at the time but our forefathers not only believed in the beauty of their dreams but also strived hard to achieve that dream. They made immense efforts, great sacrifices and devoted their whole lives to make Pakistan a reality. A homeland where its citizens can exercise their rights and live their lives honorably and peacefully. The quest for all that Pakistan stands for and what it was meant to be is still not over by any means. The average Pakistani’s life is far from ideal and he has to face many hardships each day battling poverty, energy crises, inflation, unemployment, feudalism, health woes, terrorism and countless other problems. This year thanks to the courageous steps taken by the Pakistan Army under the leadership of General Raheel Shareef Pakistan is a lot safer.
Today, the country is a lot safer due to the courageous steps taken by the military and the civilian leadership.
