LAHORE (Dunya News) - Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz stressed that we all should be grateful for living in an independent country.
Addressing a ceremony at Hazoori Bagh on Independence Day, she felicitated the nation on the 77th Independence Day for having a blessing of freedom.
She highlighted the Palestinians being subjected to tyranny and oppression and prayed for their freedom.
She commended Arshad Nadeem, Olympic Gold Medalist, and stressed the need for hardwork and dedication.
Maryam Nawaz insisted that talent must be nurtured as there was no dearth of talent in Pakistan.
She stated that the youth were the future builder of state and they had to set an example of unity, faith and discipline.
Punjab CM stressed the need for protection of minorities as white colour in the Pakistan flag represented the minorities and all citizens were equal.
She paid tribute to soldiers for defending the motherland by sacrificing their lives.