Pakistan bans New Year celebrations in solidarity with Gaza

Pakistan bans New Year celebrations: New Year’s Eve in Pakistan is traditionally marked with lively celebrations, including fireworks and aerial gunfire, along with a bank holiday on January 1. However, this year, in a gesture of solidarity, the festivities have been put on hold.Pakistan bans New Year celebrations: Pakistan has decided to forgo the usual New Year’s Eve celebrations this year. Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, in a televised address on Thursday, announced a complete ban on all New Year events, urging people to “observe simplicity” instead. The reason behind this decision is the dire situation in the Gaza Strip. Pakistan PM Kakar expressed deep sorrow over the ongoing conflict, particularly the devastating impact on Palestinians, with a significant number being…

Source: Economic Times
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