Karachi Witnesses Fatalities and Injuries Due to Celebratory Firing on Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day

Karachi:On the occasion of Pakistan’s **79th Independence Day**, while the nation celebrates with patriotic zeal, **tragic incidents of celebratory firing** in various parts of Karachi have resulted in **3 deaths and multiple injuries**.
Despite strict police warnings issued before midnight, **firing began exactly at 12 AM** in the city. The irresponsible celebratory gunfire led to:
* **2 people killed**
* Over **70 injured**
According to rescue officials:
* An **8-year-old girl** was killed in firing at **Azizabad Block 8**.
* A man named **Stefan** was shot dead in **Korangi Sector 3.5**.
Injured victims were rushed to **Civil Hospital, Jinnah Hospital, Abbasi Shaheed Hospital**, and various private hospitals in Johar.
### **Police Action**
Police have arrested **more than 20 suspects** involved in firing incidents. Weapons and ammunition were recovered from these individuals, and legal cases have been registered against them.
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### **Celebrations Across Cities**
While the tragic firing marred celebrations in Karachi, the city’s main roads and buildings were beautifully decorated, transforming the city’s festive atmosphere. Meanwhile, the capital Islamabad was adorned with vibrant colors and decorations symbolizing national pride.
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