Staff Reporter
Islamabad
On this September 6, the nation is all set to celebrate the Defence Day of Pakistan in a befitting manner.
The day will dawn with special prayers in the mosques for the well-being and prosperity of the country. The change of guard ceremony would take place at Mazar-e-Quaid in Karachi in the morning.
The day would begin with 31-gun salute at the Federal Capital and 21-gun salute at provincial capitals. ‘Fateha’ and Quran Khawani will also be held for all those, who have laid down their lives in the line to serve the nation. Wreath laying ceremonies will be held at the mausoleums of the recipients of Nishan-e-Haider, which would be attended by the senior officials of the respective areas across the country. The media, both print and electronic, have chalked out comprehensive coverage plans of the events to be held in connection with the day.
Newspapers will publish special supplements, while electronic media will telecast and broadcast special programmes, signifying the importance of the day.
