Lead Summary
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting announced the postponement of a two-day Independence Day event scheduled for August 16–17 at Islamabad’s F-9 Park. The decision—prompted by the ongoing floods and heavy rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Azad Jammu & Kashmir—aims to express national solidarity and allow focus on relief efforts.
Key Details
The program titled “Marka-e-Haq and Independence Day Celebrations” has been deferred on the direction of Information Minister Attaullah Tarar.([turn0search0])
The ministry emphasized that postponing festivities is essential to stand united with affected communities during this crisis.
Officials assured that the celebrations will be rescheduled and conducted “with even greater zeal and spirit.”
Significance
Postponing the event underscores national empathy during natural disaster. Prioritizing relief over festivities demonstrates both solidarity and maturity in governance.
