Islamabad, March 20, 2018 (PPI-OT):Brisk preparations are underway for celebrating Pakistan Day with national zeal and patriotic spirit on Friday. Armed Forces are busy in rehearsals and drills to celebrate the day in a befitting manner.A full-dress rehearsal is being held today at Shakarparian parade ground of the Islamabad. Participating troops include foot columns of Pakistan Army, Pakistan Navy, PAF, Frontier Corps, Northern Light Infantry, Special Service Group from three Services and Camel Band.
Formations of fighter jets, including indigenously built JF-17 Thunder, will demonstrate aerobatic maneuvers. Besides, floats reflecting cultural diversity of the country will also participate in the rehearsal sessions.Islamabad Traffic Police have released a special traffic plan for the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi with regard to Pakistan Day parade. According to the traffic plan entry of heavy traffic will not be allowed in Islamabad on 21st and 23rd March from 12 am to 2 pm. The ITP Radio will also keep the citizens informed about moment to moment traffic situation.
For more information, contact:
Ministry of Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage
Government of Pakistan
4th Floor, Cabinet Block, Pak. Secretariat, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9103557
Email: info@moib.gov.pk
Website: http://www.moib.gov.pk