Defence Day observed at University of Turbat; Vice Chancellor pays tribute to martyrs

TURBAT: Like the rest of the country, Defence Day was observed at the University of Turbat with national spirit. The ceremony began with recitation from the Holy Quran and the national anthem. Assistant Registrar (General) Ghous Bakhsh Bizanjo conducted the proceedings. Faculty members, administrative officers and a large number of male and female students attended.

In his message, Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Gul Hasan said that 6 September 1965 recalls the lasting sacrifices of the martyrs of Pakistan’s armed forces, who made the country’s defence impregnable with their blood. He urged students to focus on education, research and professional skills and play their part in building the country and its progress.

Assistant Registrar Ghous Bakhsh Bizanjo and other speakers paid tribute to the families of the martyrs and to the veterans. At the end of the ceremony, prayers were offered for the security of the country and for the elevation of the martyrs’ ranks.

Photo: courtesy DGPR Balochistan