LAHORE: On September 6, the country celebrated its 52nd Defence Day in commemoration of the wartime anniversary of the 1965 Indo-Pak war. The martyrs, soldiers and veterans of the war were remembered and hearty tributes were presented to the country’s successful defence against Indian aggression and un-called for intervention.
Across the country, there were several events held to commemorate the event. Pak Army, Pak Air Force, Pak Navy, and Rangers participated with palpable zeal and fervour to mark the event. The personnel from all military and para-military forces were seen actively indulging in happening ceremonies across the country.
A special commemorative night event was also hosted at the GHQ to which Pak Army COAS Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa rightly addressed the country’s citizens. He took the enemy by its weakness and foretold that the country’s existence is perpetual. He also mentioned the input and sacrifices of Pak Army’s jawans during the war of 1965 and paid special tribute to the martyred. On the occasion, he vowed to end terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.
Pakistan Today has prepared a special pictorial of the different events that were held on the day.
LAHORE: Pakistan Air Force jets demonstrate dangerous and colourful stunts to commemorate the 52nd Defence Day of Pakistan. PHOTO BY: ZUBAIR MEHFOOZ
LAHORE: Commander 4 Corps Lt General Sadiq Ali welcoming war veterans on Defence Day Show at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
KARACHI: Chief minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah being briefed about F-16 aircraft during Defence Day Celebrations held at PAF Base, Masroor. ONLINE PHOTO
KARACHI: Commandos of SSG Navy repelling down from Seeking Helicopters on the occasion of Defence Day Celebrations by Pakistan Navy at Sea View. ONLINE PHOTO
KARACHI: Commando of SSG Navy lands at Sea View after free fall from the altitude of ten thousand meters on the occasion of Defence Day Celebrations by Pakistan Navy. ONLINE PHOTO
KARACHI: Pakistan Army’s tank crews taking part in the Defence Day Parade at Malir Garrison. ONLINE PHOTO
KARACHI: A contingent of Pakistan Army hold a march-past during Defence Day Parade at Malir Garrison. ONLINE PHOTO
KARACHI: Pakistani Navy soldiers take part in a drill on a beach during celebrations to mark the 52nd anniversary of Defence Day in Karachi, Pakistan on September 6, 2017. ONLINE PHOTO
KARACHI: Pakistani Navy soldiers take part in a drill on a beach during celebrations to mark the 52nd anniversary of Defence Day in Karachi, Pakistan on September 6, 2017. ONLINE PHOTO
KARACHI: Pakistani Navy soldiers take part in a drill on a beach during celebrations to mark the 52nd anniversary of Defence Day in Karachi, Pakistan on September 6, 2017. ONLINE PHOTO
PESHAWAR: Students presenting tableau during Defence Day event at Bacha Khan Girls Degree College. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Police officers lay wreath on Martyrs’ Memorial Manawan on the occasion of Defence Day. ONLINE PHOTO
RAWALPINDI: People visiting Nur Khan Airbase during Defence Day Exhibition. ONLINE PHOTO
RAWALPINDI: People visiting Nur Khan Airbase during Defence Day Exhibition. ONLINE PHOTO
RAWALPINDI: PAF aircraft fly-past during Defence Day Exhibition at Nur Khan Airbase. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Children presenting national songs during an event to mark the Defence Day, at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Army dog jumps through fire ring during an event to mark the Defence Day, at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Armed force personnel demonstrating anti terrorism skill during an event to mark the Defence Day, at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Paratroopers demonstrating their skill during an event to mark the Defence Day, at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Army Aviation Cobra Gunship helicopter demonstrating its skill during an event to mark the Defence Day, at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
HYDERABAD: Army personnel demonstrating their martial art skills during Defence Day event at Hyderabad Garrison. ONLINE PHOTO
HYDERABAD: Army personnel demonstrating their martial art skills during Defence Day event at Hyderabad Garrison. ONLINE PHOTO
HYDERABAD: Army parade during Defence Day event at Hyderabad Garrison. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: People taking interest in Exhibition of Arms and Military Ammunition at Fortress Stadium on the occasion of Defence Day. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Female Army personnel attend the event to mark the Defence Day, at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Children singing National Anthem during an event to mark the Defence Day, at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Horse riders take part in Tent Pegging during an event to mark the Defence Day, at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Pakistan Army paratrooper demonstrating his skill during an event to mark the Defence Day, at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Pakistan Ranger personnel demonstrating their skill during an event to mark the Defence Day, at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
LAHORE: Artillery personnel demonstrating their skill during an event to mark the Defence Day, at Fortress Stadium. ONLINE PHOTO
KARACHI: Pakistan Air Force cadets at the mausoleum of Father of the Nation Quaid I Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah during Change of Guard ceremony to mark the Defence Day. ONLINE PHOTO
KARACHI: Pakistan Air Force cadets march at the mausoleum of the country’s founder Mohammad Ali Jinnah during celebrations to mark the country’s Defence Day in Karachi. ONLINE PHOTO
