ABBOTTABAD: Pakistan’s Defense Day was observed with great reverence across the eight districts of the Hazara division of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Wednesday.
Deputy Commissioner Abbottabad, Khalid Iqbal, led a rally, followed by a flag-hoisting ceremony at the DC Office, paying heartfelt homage to the martyrs and defenders of the motherland. District officials and staff attended the ceremony.
The Deputy Commissioner also visited the residence of Dr. Aftab Rabbani, the father of the martyred Captain Akash Rabbani, and extended his condolences. He lauded the sacrifices made by the martyrs throughout the nation’s history and acknowledged their unwavering commitment.
The Deputy Commissioner raised the flag and offered a prayer for the nation’s defense and for the eternal reward of the martyrs who laid down their lives for their country. He used the occasion to meet with administrative officers, religious scholars, and staff in attendance, offering special prayers and recognizing the challenges facing the nation and the sacrifices made by its heroes. He reaffirmed the commitment to provide unwavering support to the families of the martyrs.
Assistant Commissioner Abbottabad, Saqib Salim, AAC Ali Sher, AAC Zark Yar Khan, DMS DHQ Dr. Tahir Habib, Deputy DHO Dr. Shahzad Iqbal, Health Coordinator Dr. Ashfaq, District Emergency Officer 1122, religious scholars, members of the press club, social workers, and other dignitaries were also present at the ceremony.
