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Independence Day: Change of guard ceremony held at Mazar-e-Quaid

KARACHI

An impressive Change of Guard ceremony was held at mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah as the entire nation celebrated 71st anniversary of Independence of Pakistan. Smartly turned out contingent of Pakistan Naval Academy cadets, clad in ceremonial dresses, assumed ceremonial guard duties at Mazar-e-Quaid with traditional spirit, customary enthusiasm and military manners to mark the Independence Day celebrations.

Commandant Pakistan Naval Academy, Commodore Viqar Muhammad graced the occasion as chief guest and reviewed the guard. The chief guest and smartly turned out cadets of Pakistan Navy presented 'Qaumi Salam' to the Father of the Nation, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. The ceremonial guard mounting was followed by laying of floral wreath at the Mazar-e-Quaid by the chief guest on behalf of Chief of the Naval Staff, officers and men of Pakistan Navy. Later on, the chief guest offered Fateha and recorded his remarks in the visitor book and paid rich tribute to our beloved Quaid.

Earlier, the day dawned with gun salutes and special prayers were offered in all Naval mosques for solidarity and progress of the country and particularly for the success of Kashmiri struggle. Pakistan Navy ships and establishments were illuminated in Navy's traditional manner. Flag hoisting ceremonies were held at Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore and coastal area at designated Units of Pakistan Navy.

Various other activities including singing of national anthem at naval units/establishments in the morning, PN Band Display and Flag Hoisting Ceremony at Pakistan Maritime Museum, boat rallies at Karachi Harbour as well as various sports fixtures were also a part of day long celebrations. Independence Day celebrations at Pakistan Navy educational institutions were also held where school children presented tableaus on national songs and declamation contests were held highlighting the importance of Independence Day.

Numerous Independence Day ceremonies were also held by PN units at Ormara, Pasni, Gwadar, Jiwani, and Turbat and other coastal areas, including fishing boats special rallies. An Independence Day walk and race was also organized in Ormara in which a large number of locals participated with zeal.

On the occasion of Pakistan Day, the President of Pakistan has also approved military & civil awards to officers, CPOs/ Sailors and Civilians of Pakistan Navy. The awards include 03 Hilal-e-Imtiaz (Military), 14 Sitara-e-Imtiaz (Military), 12 Tamgha-e Imtaiz (Military) and 08 Tamgha-e-Basalat. In addition, 10 awards of Imtiazi Sanad and 61 awards of Tamgha-e- Khidmat (Military) have been approved upon Master Chief Petty Officers, Chief Petty Officers and Sailors. Letter of Commendation from Chief of Naval Staff has also been awarded to 58 Officers, Master Chief Petty Officers, Chief Petty Officers/Sailors and civilians.
 
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To create awareness amongst general populace regarding importance of cleanliness, Pakistan Navy has conducted a beach cleaning campaign at Seaview, where PN officers, men and students of Bahria Colleges participated. The participants amicably removed debris including plastic items, pet bottles and polythene bags etc from the beach. Sports stars also participated in the said campaign to boost the morale of the participants. In addition people from “Nation Building Initiative” and other segments of the society also participated in the said campaign. At the end of the event, Rear Admiral Asif Khaliq Commander Karachi, expressed his views that Marine Ecology is in danger due to negative impacts of pollution.

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Commodore Javaid Iqbal has been promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral, with immediate effect.
Rear Admiral Javaid Iqbal was commissioned in Operations Branch of Pakistan Navy in 1990. During his distinguished career, he has served on various Command and Staff appointments. His important Command appointments include Commanding Officer of Sea King Helicopter Squadron and Naval Aviation Base PNS MEHRAN. His Staff appointments include, Captain Training (Aviation) at HQ FOST, Director Naval Operation Plans, Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Plans) and Principal Secretary to Chief of the Naval Staff (PSC). The officer has also served as Naval & Air Adviser at High Commission of Pakistan at New Delhi, India. Presently he is serving as Commander 9th Auxiliary & Mine Warfare Squadron.
He is a graduate of Pakistan Navy War College, National Defence University Islamabad and Naval Staff College USA. In recognition of his meritorious services, Rear Admiral Javaid Iqbal has been decorated with Sitara-e-Imtiaz (Military).
 
Pakistan Navy Ship ASLAT visited Tunis, Tunisia as part of ongoing Overseas Deployment to Mediterranean and European Countries. The port call was aimed at enhancing brotherly ties between the two countries. PN ship’s visit to Tunisic after a gap of 13 years would certainly serve a great deal in paving the way forward to re-invigorate the relations between Pakistan Navy & Tunisian Navy.
Upon arrival at Port, PNS ASLAT was warmly welcomed and received by Manager of Port La Goulette alongwith Defence Attaché of Pakistan and 2nd Secretary Embassy of Pakistan at Tunis.


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Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi inaugurating Million Pine Trees Plantation Campaign, at Margalla Hills

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Akhtar Ali (M) Marine martyred last night in helicopter accident.
May Allah grant them the highest place in paradise.
Ameen.

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