Our nation is celebrating Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day (77th Anniversary) of our freedom on 14th August 20224. Green Homeland Pakistan extends its cordial greetings on Pakistan’s independence. August 14, 1947 means for us an afternoon that bestowed us freedom not only from colonialism but also from humiliation – the freedom that honoured our personal identification and our own values.
August 14th is a day when the efforts of our national heroes are appreciated and celebrated and a day when we remember our vision and recognition as Pakistanis. As Pakistanis, we choose to prefer our national interests, values, traditions and priorities, regardless of our beliefs, identities, languages and ethnicities. Being Pakistani is our unified identity that unites us all and gives us the spirit to contribute to the development of our beloved homeland as a Unified Nation and Proud Pakistanis.
In commemorating the 77th anniversary of Pakistan’s Independence, Green Homeland Pakistan pays tribute to our enduring Green Partner educational institutes for their valuable contributions in the development of our beloved homeland, Pakistan. We believe that together we can transform our future generations into united, patriotic and environmentally friendly adult citizens.
14th August – Pakistan’s Independence Day
This day marks our Independence Day, a momentous occasion that delivered us freedom not only from colonial rule but also from humiliation. With this freedom, we gained our distinct identity and cherished values. For Pakistanis, Independence Day is celebrated like a festival, filled with enthusiasm and joy. Under the green and white flag of Pakistan, people come together with family and friends to celebrate.
Celebrations vary across the country: some dress in green and white to show their patriotism, while others visit national monuments such as Minar-e-Pakistan and Quaid-e-Azam’s Mausoleum. Many also take this opportunity to reunite with relatives and exchange gifts.
As Independence Day approaches, Pakistanis nationwide flock to stalls and vendors to purchase national flags of various sizes and shapes, showcasing their patriotic spirit. Across cities, streets become vibrant with displays of patriotic merchandise, reflecting the deep love for Pakistan.
It is crucial to honour the heroes who made our independence possible. Pakistanis pay tribute to those who dedicated their lives for our freedom. Special ceremonies, such as the change of guard, are held at national monuments including the mausoleums of Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan, and Shaer e Mahriq Allama Iqbal, the father of Pakistan’s ideology. Throughout the day, television programmes and concerts celebrate the occasion, further enriching the festivities across the country.
Background
The Indo-Pak subcontinent remained a British colony from 1849–1947. The subcontinent’s inhabitants did not approve of the British rule in united India. An uprising that occurred in 1857 eventually formed the shape of a freedom movement, which exemplifies the efforts of the people of British India in gaining their independence.
Muslims ruled the subcontinent before the British incursion and suffered due to the 1857 uprising against the British East India Company. Leaders such as Sir Syed Ahmed Khan and Syed Ameer Ali worked diligently for the Muslim people’s political advancement.
The Indian National Congress was formed in 1885, which later on became British India’s largest political party. Major Muslim political leaders, including Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, were members of the Indian National Congress and worked towards Hindu-Muslim unity and India’s independence.
The All India Muslim League was founded on December 30, 1906. Due to the injustice run by the elite Hindu class throughout India, there was growing demand for an independent Muslim state in India. In 1930 Allama Iqbal presented the idea of a separate Muslim state that would geographically consist of the Muslim majority areas in the subcontinent. The word Pakistan is a conjunction of two words Pak meaning Pure and Stan meaning Land, a name coined by Choudhary Rahmat Ali.
Bigoted Hindu nationalism gave birth to the Two Nation Theory, an ideology that is accredited as being the basis for Pakistan’s creation. In 1940 the Pakistan Resolution was passed in Lahore demanding greater Muslim autonomy in British India.
The Pakistan Movement, spearheaded by Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, resulted in creating our beloved homeland. Pakistan gained independence from the British and elite Hindu rule on August 14, 1947.