In Pictures: Pakistan Celebrates 79 Years of Independence

In pictures: Pakistan celebrates 79 years of independence

Here are some glimpses of Independence Day celebrations from Karachi and Lahore.

Change of Guard ceremony held at Quaid’s mausoleum on Independence Day

A solemn change of guard ceremony was held at Mazar-e-Quaid on Thursday to mark Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day, as the nation celebrated the occasion with patriotic zeal and enthusiasm.

Pakistan Navy celebrates 79th Independence Day with Zeal

Karachi, AUG 14 /DNA/ – Pakistan Navy celebrated the 79th Independence Day of Pakistan with national spirit, traditional zeal and military traditions. A dignified Change of Guard ceremony was held at the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. A smartly turned-out contingent of cadets from Pakistan Naval Academy and sailors, assumed guard duties at Mazar-e-Quaid with traditional enthusiasm. Rear Admiral Muhammad Umair, Commandant Pakistan…