ISLAMABAD: The interior ministry temporarily suspended mobile services in parts of Islamabad and Rawalpindi today (March 23) on account of Pakistan Day.
The ministry has taken the decision in light of the deteriorating security situation and organization of Pakistan Day military parade in Islamabad.
The mobile services temporarily suspended in the areas adjacent to the Shakar Parian parade ground in and some parts of Rawalpindi. According to the sources, Phone services will remain suspended from 6am to 2pm.
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Today the nation is celebrating Pakistan Day with a renewed pledge to work hard for the progress and stability of Pakistan. The March 23 dawned with a 31-gun salute in the federal capital and 21-gun salute in provincial capitals.
Special prayers were offered in mosques after Fajr prayers for the prosperity and solidarity of the country. The national flag is hoisted on major government buildings.
The main ceremony of the Day will be held at Aiwan-e-Sadar in the afternoon where President Asif Ali Zardari will confer awards and medals to personalities for their outstanding contribution in different fields.
