In pictures: Pakistan marks Independence Day

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In pictures: Pakistan marks Independence Day

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(Web Desk) - As Pakistan entered its eighth decade of existence this Monday, the Independence Day was marked with celebrations and festivities that included government ceremonies, parades and air shows that were held across the country. Citizens also took part in the celebrations as hundreds took to the streets to mark the country s independence.

President Mamnoon Hussain hoists the national flag during a ceremony to mark the 70th Independence Day in Islamabad. Photo: AFP

A ceremony was held at the mausoleum of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan, in Karachi. Photo: IEPA

Pakistani armed forces officials salute as they listen to the national anthem during a flag hoisting ceremony to mark the country’s Independence Day in Islamabad. Photo: AFP

The newy elected Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, attended a 31-gun salute and flag-raising ceremony to mark the occasion. Pakistan Air Force staged an aerobatic display later on. Photo: AFP

People watch fireworks at Greater Iqbal Park during celebrations on the eve of Pakistan’s 70th Independence Day. Photo: AFP

Crowds watched as the Pakistani flag was hoisted at Wagah, the only functioning land border crossing with India. Photo: AFP

Members of the Sikh community carry a cake decorated with the national flag during celebrations to mark the country’s Independence Day in Peshawar. Photo: AFP

Pakistani Wing Commander Bilal (4L) presents sweets to Indian Border Security Force (BSF) Commandant Sudeep (4R) during a ceremony to celebrate the Independence Day of Pakistan at the Wagah border. Photo: AFP