On the 28th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer, Pakistan’s Armed Forces congratulated the nation and reaffirmed their resolve to make every sacrifice for the defense of the country’s sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, and Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar Sidhu extended congratulations to the entire Pakistani nation on the occasion of Youm-e-Takbeer.
In their joint message, the military leadership stated that May 28, 1998, is an unforgettable day in Pakistan’s history, when the country became a nuclear power, restored the balance of power in South Asia, and made it clear to the world that the Pakistani nation would never compromise on its defense.
The statement added that Youm-e-Takbeer symbolizes national unity, resilience, and unwavering determination to defend the motherland.
This historic achievement was the result of the foresight of the country’s leadership, as well as the collective sacrifices and tireless efforts of scientists, engineers, the Armed Forces, and the entire nation.
Youm-e-Takbeer May 28
Youm-e-Takbeer, a historic day in the life of the motherland, is being observed today (Thursday) with a resolve to make the country stronger than ever before.
The day is celebrated every year on May 28 to revive the event of nuclear tests on the very day, in 1998, making Pakistan the seventh nuclear nation of the world.
Pakistan had successfully conducted nuclear tests in Rasko hills of Chaghi district of Balochistan in response to five nuclear explosions conducted by India, threatening the security of Pakistan.
These nuclear tests served as clear message to the world that despite Pakistan is a peace-loving country and its nuclear assets are aimed at minimal deterrence, but at the same time Pakistan is not oblivious to defending its sovereignty.
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