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Defence Day marked across AJK with patriotic fervour

From The Express Tribune · () English

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  • Azad Jammu and Kashmir observed Defence Day with ceremonies honoring Pakistan’s armed forces and those killed in its defence.
  • A defence and cultural exhibition in Muzaffarabad brought together officials, students and residents and showcased public institutions’ roles in defence, emergency response and public service.

Defence Day echoed through the mountains and valleys of Azad Jammu and Kashmir as ceremonies across the region honored the nation’s martyrs and renewed a pledge to remain united in Pakistan’s defence.

In Muzaffarabad, a colourful defence and cultural exhibition at Narul Cricket Stadium brought together civil and military officials, students and citizens. Acting AJK President Chaudhry Tariq Farooq and Prime Minister Iftikhar Gilani inaugurated the event.

The exhibition presented the capabilities, services and contributions of defence, emergency-response and public-sector institutions. Senior officials attending included AJK Chief Secretary Khushal Khan and the General Officer Commanding of Chinar Division.

Visitors toured stalls operated by the Pakistan Army, Pakistan Air Force, Pakistan Navy, Boy Scouts, police, Rescue 1122, the Special Communications Organisation, Civil Defence and the State Disaster Management Authority. The displays focused on national defence, emergency response, communications, disaster management and public service.

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