Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi  Organized a flag-hoisting ceremony at the Jaun Elia Lawn to commemorate Operation Bunyān Mursas’s success and observe a national “Day of Gratitude.” The event was organized to express solidarity with the Pakistan Armed Forces and pay tribute to their valiant efforts.

The ceremony began with the national anthem, followed by the hoisting of the national flag by the President of the Arts Council, Muhammad Ahmed Shah, alongside members of the governing body. The event saw the participation of many Arts Council members, students, and employees. The atmosphere echoed with chants of “Pakistan Zindabad” as patriotism filled the air.

Speaking at the occasion, President  Arts Council  Muhammad Ahmed Shah stated, “Today, the entire nation is celebrating a Day of Gratitude. Flowers are being laid at the memorials of martyrs. We have emerged victorious in a terrifying battle imposed on us by the enemy. With the help of Allah, Pakistan’s Air Force, Army, and Navy collectively brought this war to an end.”

He added, “Our forces gave a crushing response to an enemy seven times our size. It is a matter of immense pride. We have sent a clear message to the world that we are a peace-loving nation, and we deeply love our country. Whenever this homeland is attacked, 250 million Pakistanis will unite to defend it.”

Condemning Indian aggression, he said, “Modi’s blatant hostility is unacceptable. The way Indian terrorists are carrying out operations in various parts of Pakistan, this nation will continue to expose Modi’s terrorism until its final defeat.”