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Pak marks Independence Day; President raises Kashmir issue
The day began with a 31-gun salute in the federal capital along with a 21-gun salute in each provincial capital.
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Pakistan will continue supporting the Kashmiris in their struggle for self-determination in accordance with United Nations resolutions, the president said.
The prime minister said it was a memorable day as the spirit of independence in IHK is at its peak, Radio Pakistan reported.
Mr. Hussain mostly talked about internal challenges and importance of eliminating militancy.
The Ministry of Interior on Friday forwarded a letter to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to suspend cellular services in Islamabad on the occasion of Independence Day.
The District Administration of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) had earlier recommended Interior Ministry to suspend the mobile networks on the Independence Day between 0600 hours to 1200 hours.
After 10 am, mobile phone service started being partially restored in some cities including Karachi and Lahore.
Meanwhile, all major public and private buildings, roads and avenues were decorated with illuminations, national flags, portraits of the national leaders and banners.
A contingent of the Pakistan Army took charge as guards of the Mazaar from Punjab Rangers.
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The Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad has organised fireworks in connection with celebrations of Independence Day at Multipurpose Parade Ground Shakarparian, Islamabad.