ISLAMABAD: The nation would celebrate Defence Day on Thursday (September 6) with a renewed pledge to defend the motherland against all threats.
The day is observed on 6th September every year as people pay homage to the martyrs who gave supreme sacrifices of their life for the defence of the motherland during the Pakistan-India War in 1965.
The sacrifices of the martyrs of 1965 war are being commemorated with exhilarating and zealous manner.
Special prayers would be offered after fajr in mosques for the progress and prosperity of the country. Fateha and Quran Khawani would be held for the martyrs.
Numerous functions would also be held all across the country to mark the day.
Radio Pakistan and Pakistan Television (PTV) would broadcast special programmes to mark the day.
Functions, seminars and rallies are also being organized in Azad Kashmir today to highlight the significance of the day.
