FLAG HOISTING CEREMONY IGNITES PATRIOTISM AT CBD PUNJAB'S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS

Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), proudly celebrated Pakistan Independence Day under the visionary guidance of Chief Minister Punjab, Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi. The commemorations were marked by a solemn flag-hoisting and cake-cutting ceremony held at the CBD Punjab House in Lahore.

The esteemed ceremony witnessed the presence of key dignitaries, including CEO CBD Punjab, Imran Amin, COO CBD Punjab, Brigadier (R) Mansoor Janjua, Chairman PCBDDA, Fazeel Asif Jah, Executive Director Commercial CBD Punjab, Mohammad Omer, Executive Director Finance, Syed Habban Subhani, ADG Housing LDA Captain (R) Shameer Iqbal and senior management of CBD Punjab. The staff members of CBD Punjab also joined in the patriotic celebration, reflecting their commitment to the progress and prosperity of Pakistan.

While expressing his views on the occasion CEO of CBD Punjab, Imran Amin, said, “ The celebrations resonate with our collective pledge to uphold the values that led to Pakistan's creation. Through our various initiatives, we strive to infuse the spirit of Azadi-e-Taraqi o Kamaal into our projects and activities.”

COO of CBD Punjab, Brigadier (R) Mansoor Janjua, stated, "On this momentous occasion, we reaffirm our dedication to the advancement of our beloved nation. The spirit of freedom and unity echoes through our endeavors as we continue to raise the flag of Pakistan high."

In line with the theme of 'CELEBRATING AZADI-E-TARAQI O KAMAAL,' CBD Punjab has orchestrated an array of festivities, including captivating fireworks which were witnessed by a massive crowd of citizens of Lahore which left them stunned, A flag hoisting at Liberty Roundabout in collaboration with local government, and illuminating the Kalma Underpass CBD Punjab Boulevard were the main highlights of celebrations done by CBD Punjab. Kalma Underpass CBD Punjab Boulevard echoed with patriotic songs and Pakistan Zindabad chants. These events exemplify the authority's unwavering commitment to fostering progress, unity, and a bright future for Pakistan.

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