Rawalpindi - A luncheon reception was held at the venue of Shakarparian Parade Ground for the participants of Joint Services Pakistan Day Parade. President Mamnoon Hussain was the chief guest.
   While appreciating the immaculate standard of mega event held on 23 March, 2015, the President said that holding of the parade after 7 years is reflection of national resolve against terrorism and extremism.
He said that holding of a successful parade has united the nation which will indeed go a long way in projecting the positive image of the country. He paid rich tributes to martyrs and injured for their supreme sacrifice for defence of the motherland. He also distributed mementos among parade participants for their efforts and dedication to make this event a success. The ceremony was attended by a large number of senior serving civil and military officers, organizers of 23 March parade.