Pakistan Celebrates Independence Day with Grand Military Parade in Islamabad
IslamabadضA grand **Independence Day and Victory of Truth** ceremony was held at the **Jinnah Sports Complex** in the federal capital, marked by an impressive **march past** by the **armed forces** and **special guests**.
The event was attended by **President Asif Ali Zardari**, **Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif**, and the chiefs of the **Pakistan Army, Navy, and Air Force**.
Also in attendance were **members of the federal cabinet**, **parliamentarians**, **ambassadors from friendly countries**, and a large number of citizens.
### Key Highlights of the Ceremony:
* **March Past by Armed Forces:**
Units from the **Pakistan Army, Navy, Air Force**, **Punjab Rangers**, and **FC Khyber Pakhtunkhwa** participated in the ceremonial parade.
The **military music bands** of all three services added grandeur to the event.
* **Special Forces & Foreign Participation:**
The **Special Services Group (SSG)** commandos also performed a march past, showcasing their elite discipline.
For the first time, **military contingents from Türkiye and Azerbaijan** also joined the parade, symbolizing growing military cooperation and regional solidarity.
* **Unveiling of ‘Victory of Truth’ Memorial Model:**
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif unveiled the **model of the “Yadgar-e-Ma’raka-e-Haq” (Memorial of the Victory of Truth)** during the ceremony.
* **Announcement of Army Rocket Force Command:**
In a major announcement, the Prime Minister declared the formation of the **Army Rocket Force Command** — a new branch equipped with modern missile capabilities.
> *“This technologically advanced force will be capable of targeting enemies from all directions and will be a milestone in enhancing Pakistan’s traditional war capabilities,”* said PM Shehbaz.
The Independence Day event symbolized not only the country’s **historic journey** but also its **modern military strength**, unity, and international alliances.
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