PAT Lahore Holds ‘Defence of Pakistan Motorcycle Rally’ to Mark Defence Day

Reviving the spirit of national unity witnessed in 1965 is imperative: Raja Zahid Mahmood
Sacred blood of martyrs remains the ultimate guarantee of Pakistan’s territorial sovereignty: Malik Ahmad Akhwan

Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) Lahore organized a “Defence of Pakistan Motorcycle Rally” to mark Pakistan’s Defence Day. A large number of party workers and citizens participated enthusiastically, waving national flags and expressing their patriotic spirit.

The rally commenced from Daroghawala Chowk and proceeded towards GT Road, Manawan, with hundreds of motorcyclists chanting slogans of “Pakistan Zindabad” and “Pakistan Army Zindabad.” Upon reaching the Martyrs’ Memorial in Manawan, the participants paid their respects and laid floral wreaths at the memorial.

The rally was led by PAT Central Vice President Raja Zahid Mahmood, PAT Lahore President Engineer Malik Ahmad Akhwan, Lahore Senior Vice President Arif Chaudhry, General Secretary Saqib Bhatti, Rana Tariq Salehriya, Shafaqat Mughal, Haji Farrukh and other party leaders.

At the Martyrs’ Memorial, participants reaffirmed their commitment to the security, sovereignty and stability of Pakistan.

Addressing the participants, PAT Central Vice President Raja Zahid Mahmood said that September 6 represents a glorious chapter in Pakistan’s national history, when the armed forces and the entire nation stood united like an impregnable wall and thwarted the enemy’s designs. He said that, in today’s challenging environment, there is an urgent need to revive the same spirit of national unity and solidarity that the nation demonstrated in 1965 in order to confront the internal and external threats facing the country.

He further said that the enemy must know that every Pakistani citizen and young person remains firmly committed to standing shoulder to shoulder with the armed forces in defence of the homeland, with an unwavering resolve to protect the country to the last breath.

PAT Lahore President Engineer Malik Ahmad Akhwan said that the martyrs are the pride of the nation and that their sacred blood is a guarantee of Pakistan’s survival, security and territorial sovereignty. He said it is a national responsibility to acquaint the younger generation with the unforgettable sacrifices of their heroes so that the flame of patriotism continues to burn brightly.

Lahore Senior Vice President Arif Chaudhry said that there can be no compromise on national defence and dignity. He added that Pakistan Awami Tehreek would continue to uphold the sanctity and honour of the martyrs. He stressed that collective efforts to appreciate the role of the country’s defenders and effectively counter negative propaganda are essential for Pakistan’s economic and political stability.

The rally concluded with special prayers for the progress and prosperity of Pakistan and the success and honour of the armed forces.