Independence Day and Marka-i-Haq was celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm at the University of Agriculture Faisalabad.

FAISALABAD August 14: Like other parts of the country, Independence Day and Marka-i-Haq was celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm at the University of Agriculture Faisalabad. The day dawned with the prayers for prosperity of the country at the central mosque. Whereas, the flag hoisting ceremony was administered by UAF Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Zulfiqar Ali at Iqbal Auditorium. In the ceremony, national songs, and tableau were performed by the students of Laboratory School and Senior Tutor Office. Prof Dr Zulfiqar Ali said that with knowledge, innovation, harmony and lending a helping hands to the deprived segment of the society, we can make our beloved homeland a symbol of prosperity. He said Aug 14 is a day of joy of our national independence and reminds us our responsibility for the prosperity of our country. He paid tribute to the sacrifices and services of the Pakistani armed forces and said our forces are giving befitting response to the conspiracies of the enemies of the country and we are grateful to them. He said that victory in May war doubles the joy of Independence Day. He said that the country was founded after great sacrifices. He said we have the power to shape the future through knowledge, innovation and service. Let us pay tribute to our martyrs by achieving excellence in education, serving farmers, protecting the environment and promoting harmony, turning difficulties into opportunities for development with determination and hard work. Let our hard work become a symbol of hope, prosperity and dignity for Pakistan. Long live Pakistan. The Vice Chancellor planted a sapling at the ceremonies arranged under the auspices of the Gardening Wing and the Chief Hall Warden as part of the campaign to make the country green.