Pakistan will observe “Youm-e-Tashakkur” (Day of Thanksgiving) across the country on Friday, May 16th, to commemorate a historic victory in the “battle of righteousness.” The day will be marked by expressions of gratitude and tributes to the Pakistani public and the armed forces.
The day’s proceedings will commence with Quran Khwani (recitation of the Holy Quran) and special prayers in mosques nationwide. A 31-gun salute will be presented in the federal capital, Islamabad, while provincial capitals will witness a 21-gun salute to mark the occasion.
Significant ceremonial events will include change of guard ceremonies at the mausoleums of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah in Karachi and Allama Muhammad Iqbal in Lahore. Furthermore, floral wreaths will be laid at martyrs’ memorials across the country, accompanied by prayer ceremonies to honor their sacrifices.
The main event commemorating “Youm-e-Tashakkur” is scheduled to be held in Islamabad on the evening of May 16th.