Dow University of Health Sciences Vice Chancellor Professor Jahan Ara Hassan has announced that the victory in the fight for justice has injected new energy into the Independence Day celebrations. Students, faculty, and the wider community are united in this celebration. Professor Hassan expressed these views at the flag hoisting ceremony held at Dow Medical College in connection with the university’s Independence Day celebrations, which commenced on August 1st. The ceremony was attended by Vice Chancellor Professor Nizli Hussain, Registrar Dr. Ashar Afzal, Professor Amina Tariq, Nawaz Lashari, Khalid Shafi, and many other faculty members, students, and staff.
The Independence Day celebrations began on August 1st with sports competitions in the gymnasium, which will continue until August 13th. National song competitions started on August 2nd, and a debate on the topic “Land of Martyrs” was held at the Ojha Campus on August 4th.
Addressing the flag hoisting ceremony, Professor Hassan emphasized that August 14th is not just a day of historical significance but a symbol of national consciousness, sacrifices, and determination. Pakistan was founded on the principles of justice, right, and freedom, and the nation must uphold these values. She urged everyone to pledge on this Independence Day to prioritize national development, unity, and stability over personal interests.
Professor Hassan, accompanied by heads of departments, hoisted the Pakistani flag. The participants saluted during the national anthem, followed by resounding chants of “Pakistan Zindabad” and “Pakistan ka matlab kya, La Ilaha Illallah”.