Commemorating Defence Day 2024: Honoring Pakistan's Resilience and Unity Each year, on September 6, the resilient Pakistani nation celebrates Defence Day with renewed passion, strength, and unity. This significant day serves as a tribute to the martyrs of the 1965 war and all those who laid down their lives for the defense of Pakistan. Ceremonies are held across the country, organized by military formations and services headquarters, to honor the national heroes, especially those who lost their lives defending the nation against Indian aggression along the international border and the ceasefire line. September 6 holds immense importance in Pakistan's history, as it marks the day in 1965 when India launched an unprovoked and sudden attack on Pakistan, with the intent of undermining its sovereignty. In response, the brave soldiers of the Pakistan Armed Forces, supported by the Pakistani people, mounted a historic defense that thwarted India's offensive on all fronts. Today, the national celebration of Defence Day not only honors the courage of the soldiers from the 1965 war but also serves to remind Pakistan's youth of the sacrifices made for their country. It inspires a sense of patriotism and prepares the nation for future challenges, which will be increasingly complex and multidimensional, including the ever-evolving nature of warfare in the modern era. In 1965, India's assault on Lahore was swiftly repelled, dealing a significant blow to their forces. According to General (Retd) Sardar FS Lodi, Pakistani forces, supported by the Pakistan Air Force, stopped the Indian offensive and inflicted heavy losses. After this setback, India shifted its focus to Sialkot, launching one of the largest tank battles since World War II. Though the battle was fierce and costly, Pakistan’s defense forces once again emerged victorious, pushing the Indian forces back and gaining significant ground in various sectors. By the end of the war, India had captured 400 square miles of Pakistani territory, while Pakistan had gained 1,600 square miles of Indian land. The war ended with the Tashkent Agreement in January 1966, facilitated by the Soviet Union. One of the most striking features of the 1965 war was the unity of the Pakistani people, who stood firmly behind their armed forces. This unity was a source of strength for the nation as it defended its sovereignty and pride. In recent years, Pakistan has faced a new set of challenges in the form of terrorism and extremism. Although foreign forces withdrew from Afghanistan in 2021, Pakistan continues to face threats from terrorist groups like the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), which operate across the Afghan border. The fight against these non-traditional forms of warfare—often described as fifth-generation warfare—has required Pakistan’s defense forces to adapt to new strategies in counterterrorism, counter-extremism, and the management of narratives designed to sow discord. As of 2024, Pakistan remains resilient, though challenges persist. Conspiracies at regional and international levels continue to target the country's social fabric, leading to divisions based on ethnicity, sectarianism, and sub-nationalism. It is essential that Pakistan rekindle the spirit of national integration and unity, grounded in the principles of "Unity, Faith, and Discipline," which were central to the nation's defense in 1965. On Defence Day 2024, let us pledge once again to make Pakistan an impregnable fortress—secure, stable, and prosperous. While the armed forces have successfully countered terrorism on the battlefield, it is now up to the political leadership, media, academic institutions, and civil society to tackle divisive narratives and restore national cohesion. Let us revive the spirit of September 6, 1965, when the entire nation stood behind its defense forces, united in their determination to protect Pakistan.

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