DALLAS: A grand event titled “MARKA-E-HAQ PAKISTAN – Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos, Battle of Truth Victory Day” was held in Dallas to commemorate the first anniversary of Pakistan’s victory against India in the May 5, 2025 war.
The event was attended by a large number of members of the Pakistani community, who gathered to mark the occasion with enthusiasm and patriotic spirit.
Organised by community leader Abdul Hafeez Khan, the gathering resonated with slogans of “Pakistan Zindabad” and “Pakistan Army Zindabad”, reflecting strong expressions of national unity and pride.
The chief guests included Sindh Governor Nehal Hashmi and Overseas Pakistani Foundation Chairman Syed Qamar Raza, while Vice Consul General from Houston Usher Shahzad, community leaders, journalists and business figures were also in attendance.
Addressing the gathering, Hashmi said Pakistan had responded strongly to recent aggression and demonstrated its military capability to the world. He stressed that ideology remains the real strength of nations and urged the youth to contribute towards Pakistan’s future, particularly in the economic sector.
Referring to Pakistan’s nuclear capability, he said the country had become invincible after achieving nuclear power status.
Hashmi also praised the achievements of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), recalling the legacy of MM Alam, who downed five Indian jets in record time during the 1965 war.
During an emotional address, the Sindh governor said Pakistan’s future leadership would emerge from among the country’s youth, emphasising their role in shaping national progress.
Speaking on the occasion, Raza said overseas Pakistanis are the country’s economic strength, noting that remittances reached $38.3 billion last year and were expected to exceed $41 billion this year.
He urged overseas Pakistanis to use legal channels for sending remittances, adding that higher inflows could help Pakistan reduce dependence on the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Renowned senior journalist Sohail Warraich also addressed the event, saying that the world was openly acknowledging Pakistan’s success.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, special prayers were offered for Pakistan’s security, stability and prosperity.