On the 74th anniversary of the founding of the Paki-stan Red Crescent Society, a colorful ceremony was held at PRCS National Headquarters.
Deputy Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan Qasim Suri, Chairman PRCS Abrar ul Haq, mem-bers PRCS Managing Body, Secretary General Dr. Adeel Nawaz, representatives and families of PRCS, ICRC, IFRC, Partner National Societies and volunteers, were among the participants of the ceremony.
On the occasion, the trained Red Crescent First Aiders gave a practical demonstration of providing first aid during emergencies followed by music performance by local band, which was appreciated by the participants with a round of applause.
Speaking on the occasion, Chairman PRCS Abrar-ul-Haq said that from its inception on December 20,1947 till today, the Red Crescent has been serv-ing humanity by adhering to the seven basic princi-ples of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independ-ence, voluntary service, unity and universality. He said during tragedies, disasters whether man-made or natural, PRCS acts on the principle of first to reach and last to leave, be it first aid, psychiatric relief or reunification efforts, help in emergencies or role in reconstruction.
Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly Qasim Khan Suri said that the Red Crescent has made a name for itself by giving priority to the service of humanity. “I congratulate PRCS on its 74 years of success in humanitarian services and hope that the National Society will continue its journey with outmost commitment and dedication under the dynamic leadership of Abrar ul Haq, he assured all possible cooperation from his side.
