LAHORE – Horticulture Agency (PHA) Lahore has finalized comprehensive arrangements to celebrate Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day on August 14, 2026, with great enthusiasm, featuring fireworks displays, city-wide illuminations, flag-hoisting ceremonies, free sapling distribution, and cultural activities across the provincial capital.
The arrangements were reviewed during a high-level meeting chaired by Managing Director PHA Lahore, Zahid Parvez Warraich.
The meeting was attended by Additional Managing Directors Tasleem Akhtar Rao and Sonia Kaleem, Director Marketing Naeem Afzal, Director Finance Ahmed Saeed Manj, Horticulture Directors, and other senior officials. Speaking on the occasion, MD PHA Zahid Parvez Warraich directed all departments to ensure that Independence Day celebrations are organized in a befitting manner, reflecting national spirit, patriotism, and excellence in public service.
He announced that spectacular fireworks displays will be held at Liberty Chowk and Minar-e-Pakistan on Independence Day, while the main flag-hoisting ceremony will take place at Jilani Park.
The MD further said that major government buildings, historical landmarks, roads, intersections, and green belts across Lahore will be beautifully illuminated and decorated with national flags and festive lighting to transform the city into a vibrant symbol of patriotism.
To promote environmental awareness alongside the Independence Day celebrations, PHA will distribute free saplings to citizens through its eight horticulture zones, encouraging tree plantation and a greener Lahore.
He also announced that the National History Museum, located in Greater Iqbal Park, will host a series of cultural, educational, and recreational events to commemorate Independence Day, providing families, youth, and children with opportunities to celebrate the occasion in a meaningful and engaging environment.
MD PHA Zahid Parvez Warraich reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to making this year’s Independence Day celebrations memorable and ensuring that Lahore reflects the true spirit of patriotism and national unity.
