Defence and Martyrs Day will be observed across the country on Saturday to honor the martyrs and Ghazis of the 1965 war and to reaffirm the nation’s resolve to defend Pakistan against all threats.
The day marks September 6, 1965, when Indian forces crossed the international border under the cover of night to attack Pakistan, but their plans were successfully foiled by the armed forces with the full support of the nation.
The observance will begin with a 31-gun salute in the federal capital and 21-gun salutes in provincial capitals. Special prayers will be offered in mosques for the country’s progress, prosperity, and for the independence of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir.
Fateha and Quran Khawani will also be held for the martyrs who laid down their lives in defense of the motherland.